UI Health - Staff Nurse I - Hematology Oncology

 

Hiring Department: Hematology/Oncology
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1040966
FTE : 1
Work Schedule –
(40hr/wk)
Shift :
Days
# of Position: 2
Posting Date: 4/30/2026
Salary: The
previously determined range for this position was $36.08/hr
to $80.98/hr*. Final rate offered will be
determined by the collective bargaining agreement, internal salary equity, candidate experience and
qualifications, and budget constraints. It is not typical for an individual
to be offered a rate at or near the top of the full range for a position.


This position requires Illinois residency within
180 days of the hire date.(RNs only)

About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)

The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

 

Position Summary
Staff Nurse I is accountable for the delivery of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and Relationship-Based Care model as

the framework. The Staff Nurse I provides direct patient care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by integrating

Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence into clinical

practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Staff Nurse I functions as an

interdisciplinary team member who provides quality patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals.

Duties & Responsibilities

Completes required orientation program and unit-specific competencies.

Verifies and implements orders from physician, physician assistant, and/or advance practice nurse by performing_x000d_
interventions as prescribed by the provider and documenting accurately in the electronic medical record.

Shares information and collaborates with other members of the health care team to promote effective patient care.

Recognizes and treats cancer-related issues.

Recognizes symptoms, establishes priorities, and responds to patient’s changing needs.

Teach patients and the families regarding treatment expectations._x000d_

Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others, the community, and the nursing profession.

Demonstrates a commitment to UI Health’s values through teamwork and effective communication in an effort to achieve_x000d_
quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction and a clean, safe and therapeutic environment.

Assumes role of Charge Nurse when assigned, utilizing appropriate resources and tools.

Collaborates with other nurses to identify, promote, and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students.

Serves as preceptor and/or resource to other nursing, support staff and students.

Takes responsibility for continued professional growth/development by identification of learning needs and initiates strategies to meet such needs.

Other duties as assigned.

Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications

1. Eligibility for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.

• Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit specific certifications
• Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providers
• Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-thejob training
• Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required. 
• One year prior RN experience required
• Current Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy certification required prior to hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Outpatient Ambulatory experience preferred
• Oncology experience preferred

 

 

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online
application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held.  Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.

 

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.