Advanced Practice Provider - Thoracic Cancer Center - Full Time - Days

Best Care•Council Bluffs, IA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider provides primary health care to patients at the Methodist Jennie Edmundson Thoracic Clinic. The role assesses and diagnoses health status, develops and implements treatment and follow-up plans, monitors patient outcomes, and collaborates with physicians and other disciplines to support safe, high-quality care. The provider conducts patient education, telephone triage, referrals, medication administration and prescribing within applicable authority, and maintains complete clinical records. The role also supports quality improvement, professional standards, staff education, and patient safety.

Requirements

Graduate of a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.
Satisfactory completion of annual mandatory education requirements.
Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, valid compact multi-state license, or temporary permit while awaiting licensure.
Current Nurse Practitioner (APRN.NP.NE or ARNP.IA) licensure for the work state.
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and medical judgment skills.
Able to meet the physical demands described, including exerting up to 50 pounds of force and performing the listed physical activities.
Able to work around the listed job hazards, including chemical and biological agents, mechanical moving parts and vibrations, and occasional physical hazards and equipment.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1–3 years of clinical experience preferred.
Experience in oncology preferred.
Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) certification strongly preferred at hire; required within three months of hire.
American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.

Responsibilities

Obtain and prioritize patient medical history and other assessment information based on condition and needs.
Perform physical examinations and assess patients’ mental status.
Develop, implement, and evaluate treatment, follow-up, and care plans.
Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines and provide consistent feedback.
Use assessment techniques and diagnostic information; perform relevant tests, record findings, and order ancillary tests.
Derive diagnoses from assessment and diagnostic information and use new information to develop treatment plans.
Perform telephone triage, provide consultation, schedule appointments as appropriate, and return patient telephone calls.
Incorporate research and new treatment methods into clinical practice as appropriate.
Implement safe interventions consistent with the established plan of care and apply therapeutic practices to patient problems.
Administer medications and immunizations appropriately, with physician oversight where applicable; prescribe medications according to DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate authority.
Refer patients to appropriate services for further diagnosis or care.
Evaluate patient responses, outcomes, capabilities, and limitations related to medical and nursing interventions.
Recognize and address patient and family capabilities and limitations, including physical and mental considerations.
Provide patient and family education on health care, medication use, and illness prevention; tailor teaching to patient and family needs and confirm understanding.
Interview and advise patients according to their needs, provide timely information to families, and recommend appropriate educational resources.
Communicate effectively and work professionally with physicians, staff, patients, families, and other health professionals.
Initiate action to correct, prevent, or minimize risks to patients, families, and employees, and communicate unresolved issues to appropriate personnel.
Serve as a role model and knowledgeable resource for staff; participate in meetings, special projects, research, and professional organizations.
Comply with organizational bylaws, policies, procedures, medical protocols, and regulatory guidance; maintain certification and licensure.
Maintain complete patient records and appropriately document data, individualized care plans, interventions, and consultations.
Participate in performance improvement, outcome management, patient satisfaction initiatives, and tracking care variances.
Meet regularly with the medical director for chart reviews and follow up on patient care concerns according to hospital policy.
Provide age-appropriate care and individualized customer service based on patient needs.
Apply the Right Task, Right Person, Right Communication, and Right Feedback principles.