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Registered Nurse (RN) - Team RN, Outpatient Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplant

Advocate Health · Milwaukee, WI

Posted Sep 10, 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 managed a patient having an infusion reaction. What did you do first, and what happened after?

real experience recognizing and responding to acute reactions and following established protocols under pressure

Tell me about a time you had to deliver difficult news or support a patient who was overwhelmed by their diagnosis or treatment plan.

emotional resilience and compassionate communication with patients facing serious illness

Tell me about a time you caught an error, a wrong dose, a missed allergy, a lab flag before it became a problem.

attentiveness to detail and willingness to speak up on safety issues

Describe a time you disagreed with a provider about a patient's care plan or a message response. How did you handle it?

comfort advocating for patients while maintaining a working relationship with providers

Technical

Walk me through how you'd triage a stack of Epic inbasket messages first thing in the morning in a busy oncology clinic.

whether the candidate can prioritize patient safety issues over routine requests in a high-volume message queue

What's your experience handling chemotherapy or other hazardous drugs, including spill response and safe handling precautions?

familiarity with hazardous drug safety protocols required in an oncology infusion setting

What do you know about the specific risks and monitoring needs for bone marrow transplant or cellular therapy patients compared to other oncology patients?

depth of clinical knowledge specific to the BMT/cellular therapy population this clinic serves

How do you approach educating a patient and their family on a new chemotherapy regimen and its side effects in a short visit window?

ability to deliver clear patient education efficiently without sacrificing understanding

Situational

A bone marrow transplant patient calls in reporting a fever of 100.6. What are you thinking, and what do you do next?

knowledge that neutropenic fever in this population is a medical emergency requiring immediate escalation

How do you keep track of multiple patients moving through visits, labs, and infusions on a high-volume clinic day without letting something slip?

organizational systems for managing workload in a fast-paced ambulatory environment

Describe how you'd coordinate care for a patient who needs input from the oncologist, pharmacy, and a social worker all in the same visit.

ability to work across an interdisciplinary team without letting communication gaps affect the patient

This clinic doesn't work weekends or holidays, but weekday volume is heavy and your schedule can shift with clinic needs. How do you handle that kind of unpredictability?

flexibility and realistic expectations about the schedule and workload described in the posting

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 37353 Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center - Vince Lombardi Clinic Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Clinic hours are 8a-5p, Monday-Friday. No weekend or holiday requirement. Schedule will be Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, subject to change with clinic needs. Clinic is a high-volume oncology clinic with a focus on blood cancer and bone marrow transplant/cellular therapy. The team RN supports patients during their clinic visit and coordinates care via the Epic inbasket. Pay Range: $35.50 - $53.25 Summary: The Ambulatory and Outpatient Registered Nurse (RN), a member of Advocate Health Nursing Professional Governance community, provides high- quality, patient-centered care through evidence-based practice, clinical expertise, and compassionate care delivery in an ambulatory care setting. The RN collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, advocates for patient needs, and upholds professional practice standards to promote optimal health outcomes. Where You Will Work : Our oncology specialists at Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic - Milwaukee, 2900 W Oklahoma Ave in Milwaukee, WI, offer compassionate and expert care for all stages of cancer. They are dedicated to helping patients fight cancer with confidence by using the latest advancements in cancer treatments. Aurora St. Luke's Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic is Aurora's outpatient hub for malignant hematology and bone marrow transplant/cellular therapy in Wisconsin.  This clinic is a high-volume oncology clinic with a focus on blood cancer and bone marrow transplant/cellular therapy. The team RN supports patients during their clinic visit and coordinates care via the Epic in basket. We’re Looking For: • Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing • 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 • Minimum of 1 year of clinical RN experience is preferred. What You’ll Do: Schedule : Clinic hours are 8a-5p, Monday-Friday. No weekend or holiday requirement. Schedule will be Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, subject to change with clinic needs (approximately 36 hours weekly). 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 communication skills while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum. About This Location: Aurora Medical Group (AMG) is part of Advocate Health , one of the nation’s largest nonprofit health systems. With more than 350 locations across Illinois and Wisconsin, AMG offers a wide range of specialties and services, including primary care, medical and surgical care, pediatrics, women’s health, behavioral health, and more. Our team is dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. Joining AMG means being part of a collaborative, patient-focused environment where innovation and quality care thrive.  Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care. At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all. Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.  • Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.  • Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.  • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.  • Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.  • Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.  • May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.  • Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.  • Physical Abilities Testing may be required.  • Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.  Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now! This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. 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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