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Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology

Advocate Health · Elgin, IL

Posted Sep 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you cared for a patient going through a really hard part of their cancer treatment. What did you do to support them, and how did it affect you?

whether the candidate can sustain compassion and emotional resilience in oncology's high-grief environment

Tell me about a time you had to deliver difficult news or sit with a family after a poor prognosis update from the physician.

comfort with emotionally heavy communication and ability to support patients without overstepping scope

Describe a situation where you disagreed with a physician or another team member about a patient's plan of care. What did you do?

ability to advocate for patients respectfully within a collaborative team structure

Tell me about a time a nursing assistant or newer team member needed guidance from you. How did you handle it?

willingness to mentor and support a mixed-experience team, which this unit explicitly has

Technical

Walk me through how you would safely administer a chemotherapy infusion, including how you verify the order and check the patient before you start.

understanding of chemo safety protocols even before formal certification, and attention to double-check procedures

How do you recognize and respond to early signs of neutropenic fever in a patient?

clinical knowledge specific to oncology patients and infection risk awareness

What steps would you take to obtain your chemotherapy administration certification within the required timeframe, and how do you stay current on evidence-based oncology practice in the meantime?

initiative around required certification and commitment to ongoing learning

What does patient safety mean to you specifically on an oncology unit, compared to a general med-surg floor?

understanding of oncology-specific risks like immunosuppression, hazardous drug handling, and complex symptom management

Situational

A patient on your unit starts showing signs of extravasation during a vesicant infusion. What do you do, step by step?

knowledge of oncology emergency protocols and ability to act quickly under pressure

You're assigned three oncology patients, one of whom is actively deteriorating and another who is due for a scheduled chemo dose. How do you prioritize your time?

triage judgment and time management under a realistic patient load

How do you handle working every third weekend and rotating holidays while still showing up fully for your patients and team?

realistic acceptance of the schedule demands and self-management of burnout

If a patient's family member is upset and confrontational about the pace of care during a busy shift, how would you respond in the moment?

de-escalation skill and composure while managing competing demands

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 35851 Advocate Sherman Hospital - Med Surg: IU Oncology Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Every third weekend commitment. Holiday group rotation. Chemo certification expectation after one year for new grad, 6 months for experienced. Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Registered Nurse (RN) – Oncology Advocate Sherman Hospital, Elgin IL Full Time Days Where You Will Work : Join the team on the Oncology Unit at Magnet designated Sherman Hospital.  Here, you’ll find a collaborative, supportive, and highly engaged team committed to delivering compassionate, safe, and exceptional care. Our nursing team spans from enthusiastic new graduates to seasoned professionals with decades of practice—alongside dedicated nursing assistants who bring diverse skills and perspectives. We’re Looking For: • Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing, BSN Preferred • Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association • All RNs are required to obtain Chemotherapy Administration Certification within 1 year. What You’ll Do: • As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. • Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum. About This Location: Advocate Sherman Hospital in Elgin has been a trusted source of care for the community for more than 135 years. As an acute care hospital with a Level II Trauma Center, we serve more than 60,000 patients each year with expertise and compassion. Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now! Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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