Advanced Practice Provider (NP, PA, CNS) Hematology Oncology I

Cleveland Clinic•Berkeley Springs, WV

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland Clinic Health System’s Akron General Department of Hematology & Oncology is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (Family, Adult, or Acute certified) for a full-time role serving outpatient hematology and oncology patients. The position includes new consultations, established and acute visits, and coverage in the infusion suite. The approximate schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Oncology APP experience is highly preferred. Candidates with extensive oncology experience as registered nurses, or advanced practice providers with strong internal medicine training, will also be considered. Advanced oncology certification is expected within the first two years of hire, or the candidate must be eligible for certification. Uncertified APPs must complete 12 oncology continuing-education hours per year. The Advanced Practice Provider is nationally certified and provides primary and/or specialty care in collaboration with the healthcare team, in accordance with certification and licensure. Practice includes health promotion, disease prevention, and diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health problems. The role also supports knowledge sharing through instruction, leadership, and development of educational programs. Candidates must meet the applicable education, licensure, certification, and credentialing requirements for their discipline (NP, PA, or CNS). The role requires strong analytical, decision-making, communication, and critical-thinking skills; the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team; proficiency with electronic medical records; and a commitment to ethical, compassionate, and professional patient care. Related clinical experience is preferred. The work involves walking and standing for extended periods, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination for examinations, and occasionally lifting or carrying items up to 50 pounds. Corrected vision and hearing within a normal range are required. The role may involve exposure to communicable diseases or body fluids, and requires use of personal protective equipment and standard precautions.

Requirements

For APRNs: graduate from an accredited APRN program. An MSN is required upon hire or within three years of hire for applicable external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN role; a master's degree is required upon hire in neonatal care.
For PAs: graduate from an A.R.C.-approved Physician Assistant program; hold a master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies or a higher degree from a program recognized by the applicable state licensing board.
For NPs: current Nurse Practitioner and registered nurse licenses in applicable states, and national NP certification from an organization recognized by the state Board of Nursing.
For PAs: certification through the NCCPA or successor organization recognized by the applicable state licensing board, and a license to practice and prescribe from that board.
For CNSs: current Clinical Nurse Specialist and registered nurse licenses in applicable states, and national CNS certification from an organization recognized by the state Board of Nursing.
Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association is required.
Depending on work setting and discipline, ACLS or PALS through the American Heart Association, NRP through the American Academy of Pediatrics, or, for PAs, ATLS may be required.
NPs and CNSs must have arrangements with at least one physician as required by the applicable State Board of Nursing.
PAs must have a Physician Supervision Agreement and signed addendum; additional review may apply to candidates who need a master's degree to obtain prescribing privileges.
Must be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals.
Excellent analytical and decision-making skills; strong written and verbal communication; and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated competency in advanced assessment and diagnosis and ability to use an electronic medical record.
High standard of moral and ethical behavior; compassion, professionalism, and commitment to excellent patient care.
Critical thinking, decisive judgment, ability to work independently, and ability to respond appropriately in a stressful environment.
English oral and written communication.
Related clinical experience preferred.
Ability to walk and stand for long periods; manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination for physical examinations; corrected vision and hearing within a normal range; and ability occasionally to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
May be exposed to communicable diseases or body fluids and must follow standard precautions and use required personal protective equipment.
Must comply with the Cleveland Clinic influenza prevention program, including annual vaccination or an approved exemption. Offers of employment are followed by controlled-substance testing.

Nice To Haves

Oncology advanced practice provider experience.
Extensive oncology experience as a registered nurse.
Strong internal medicine training for advanced practice providers.
Advanced oncology certification, or eligibility to obtain it within the first two years of hire.

Responsibilities

Conduct medical histories and physical examinations as indicated; order appropriate laboratory, radiology, and other tests; review results; and develop working diagnoses and treatment plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
Perform and interpret routine laboratory, radiologic, cardiographic, and other diagnostic procedures within credentialed and privileged scope.
Perform routine and specialized procedures within credentialed and privileged scope.
Prescribe and monitor medications as permitted by licensure, state boards, and Cleveland Clinic policies.
Educate patients and answer questions about diseases, treatments, and related medication and treatment side effects and hazards.
Participate in medical team rounds and collaborate regularly with nursing, medical, and other healthcare team members to support quality patient care.
Refer patients to specialists for consultation or specialized health resources and treatment when appropriate.
Support continuity of care by coordinating between patients, the multidisciplinary care team, and other specialty areas.
Review records and treatment plans periodically to monitor patient outcomes and quality of care.
Facilitate appropriate length of stay, discharge planning, and compliance with regulatory standards for inpatient management.
Support professional development of the healthcare team.
Promote the translation of evidence-based practices, guidelines, and research into care.
May conduct research studies and assist with data collection and analysis.
May serve as a clinical preceptor for students and help onboard new caregivers.
Perform other duties as assigned.