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The US Oncology Network•Lakewood, CO

9h•$110,000 - $145,000

About The Position

Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers, Colorado's largest and most comprehensive provider of cancer care has an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Practice Practitioner in Lakewood. We realize that it sounds cliché but it is true - taking care of cancer patients is a calling. It’s much more than a job. Each of us has a unique story that brought us to Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers (RMCC), but those stories usually share common themes of care, compassion, and commitment. No matter the role each RMCC team member serves in, the goal is the same: to provide the best care possible for each and every one of our patients. Whether we are a nurse holding our patient’s hand, or a scheduler on the phone finding an appointment that fits into a patient’s schedule, we are deeply connected to our patients and do what we can to help. If this sounds like you, we’d love to have you join our team. Salary Range: $110,000-$145,000.00 Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certification, etc. As of the date of this posting, in addition to your salary, RMCC offers the following benefits for this position, subject to eligibility requirements: Health, dental, and vision plans; wellness program; health savings account; flexible spending accounts; 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance, short-term disability insurance; long-term disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program; PTO, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and employee paid critical illness and accident insurance. A wide salary range is posted for this position and any job offer is based upon a salary analysis to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The salary analysis considers relevant experience, education, and certifications as compared to others doing substantially similar work. While all offers are compliant with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, there is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.

Requirements

Nurse Practitioner Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program.
This position typically requires a minimum of 3 years of experience as a practicing Nurse Practitioner, preferably in the chosen specialty.
RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.
Physician Assistant Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Current NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) certification.
This position typically requires a minimum of 3 years of experience as a practicing Physician Assistant, preferably in the chosen specialty.
Current state license as a Physician Assistant in practicing state.
Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.
Clinical Nurse Specialist Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Clinical Nurse Specialist program.
This position typically requires a minimum of 3 years of practicing Clinical Nurse Specialist, preferably in the chosen specialty.
RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
Current state licensure as a Clinical Nurse Specialist.
Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.

Nice To Haves

AOCNP preferred.
AOCNS preferred (if applicable).

Responsibilities

Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care for patients.
Initiates and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient/family response and prescribes therapies as indicated.
Performs procedures with minimal supervision.
Assesses patient/family needs and provides education.
Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
Often incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice.
Solid knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
Completes patient charge capture and medical record documentation in a timely fashion.
Likely to provide case management for patients and their families.
Sometimes serves as a resource for nursing staff by providing information being studied in clinical trials.
May provide palliative care for the patient and their families as needed.
May promote/provide staff education
Responsibilities may include rounding at affiliated hospitals, weekend or after-hour calls