Advanced Practice Provider, Head and Neck/ENT

City of Hope•Newnan, GA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas. The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) works collaboratively with the supervising physician to provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for oncology and surgical patients. Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, obtaining detailed medical histories, conducting physical examinations, participating in daily rounds, developing and implementing treatment plans, and ordering appropriate medications, laboratory studies, diagnostic tests, therapeutic interventions, and supportive care services. The APP evaluates patient conditions, communicates clinical changes to the supervising physician, and serves as a key liaison between patients, families, nursing staff, and the multidisciplinary care team to ensure coordinated, high-quality care. Additional responsibilities include completing timely and accurate documentation, providing patient education and counseling, obtaining informed consent, supporting cancer surveillance and perioperative care, facilitating referrals to appropriate healthcare resources, and responding appropriately to urgent or emergent patient care situations. The APP maintains professional licensure and certification requirements, participates in ongoing professional development, and adheres to all organizational policies, regulatory requirements, quality standards, safety guidelines, and confidentiality practices while supporting the mission, values, and goals of City of Hope.

Requirements

Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Current Georgia Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
Current Georgia Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license required.
National Board Certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) required.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. (If not issued by the American Heart Association, AHA certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.)
Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required. (If not issued by the American Heart Association, AHA certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.)
Physician Assistant (PA)
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program approved by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), or equivalent program meeting NCCPA eligibility requirements.
Current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification required.
Current Georgia Physician Assistant license required.
Maintains all required Continuing Medical Education (CME) hours and professional certifications as required by applicable regulatory and certifying organizations.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. (If not issued by the American Heart Association, AHA certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.)
Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required. (If not issued by the American Heart Association, AHA certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.)

Nice To Haves

Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) certification preferred.
Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP®) certification preferred.
Prior oncology and/or infusion experience preferred.
ONS certification preferred.
Experience working in a multidisciplinary oncology or surgical practice setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct clinical support for the inpatient unit, serving as the primary liaison between patients, clinicians, and interdisciplinary care teams to ensure continuity of care.
Collaborate with referring and supervising physicians to assess patient needs, determine appropriate interventions, and serve as a clinical resource to the care team.
Enter and manage patient orders within the electronic medical record (EMR), including medications, admissions, laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging, IV fluids, and other treatment-related orders in accordance with hospital policies, state regulations, and scope of practice.
Complete timely, accurate, and comprehensive clinical documentation, including history and physical examinations (H&Ps), consult notes, progress notes, and follow-up documentation.
Conduct patient evaluations, participate in consultative services, provide patient and family education, and obtain informed consent as appropriate.
Coordinate and facilitate patient care across the continuum, enhancing communication, patient flow, and collaboration among physicians, nursing staff, and other stakeholders.
Support clinical operations and provide coverage or assistance in other clinical areas as needed to meet patient care and departmental needs.
Maintain all required professional licenses, certifications, and continuing education requirements.
Participate in onboarding, training, professional development initiatives, and departmental meetings to support team and organizational goals.
Demonstrate leadership and accountability by upholding the mission, vision, and values of the hospital and enterprise.
Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of departmental policies, procedures, and clinical practice standards.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervising physician or department leadership.