APRN - Oncology

American Oncology Network

84d • $80,000 - $170,000

About The Position

The position involves assisting physicians in the care and teaching of patients in the field of oncology. The role requires assessing the physical and psychosocial status of patients, writing prescriptions, determining patient eligibility for clinical trials, interpreting diagnostic findings, and relaying information to collaborating physicians. Responsibilities also include administering therapeutic measures, documenting patient care, participating in multi-disciplinary rounds, and providing on-call coverage. The position emphasizes flexibility and a willingness to learn in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant program.
• Master’s degree required.
• APRN or PA license in appropriate state.
• Prescriptive privileges or eligible to apply.
• Current certification from ANCC or ONS (AOCN-P).
• Current BLS certification.
• Minimum 5 years experience as APRN or PA, specifically in Oncology.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Second language is an asset but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess the physical and psychosocial status of patients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies.
• Write prescriptions for medication, blood products based upon laboratory results, routine diagnostic and follow-up studies, therapeutic measures, and care post-discharge in accordance with written practice protocols.
• Determine eligibility of patients for entry into clinical trials based on findings.
• Interpret and evaluate findings of studies/tests.
• Relay appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician.
• Administer therapeutic measures and obtain specimens as prescribed.
• Dictate follow-up letters to referring physicians with summaries of treatment, response, and plan.
• Dictate or write patient history, admissions, progress notes, and discharge notes in a timely manner.
• Assist in the management of family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patients’ care.
• Conduct or participate in daily multi-disciplinary rounds for assigned patients to ensure appropriate and quality care.
• Provide on-call coverage and perform hospital rounds as needed.
• Triage patients to determine urgency of physician evaluation.
• Document and report care in an accurate, timely manner using appropriate forms and records.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and remain flexible in the changing healthcare environment.
• Assist staff in times of crisis or emergency.
• Meet with the public outside the institution and efficiently market and promote cancer treatment.
• Determine work priorities, assign work, and ensure proper completion of work assignments.
• Comply with all federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to patient privacy, patient’s rights, personnel law, safety, labor, and employment law.
• Adhere to Company and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Keep work area and records in a neat and orderly manner.
• Maintain all company equipment in a safe and working manner.
• Maintain and ensure the confidentiality of all patient and employee information at all times as required by HIPAA regulations.
• Assist in training new employees to related job duties.
• Work at any Company location to help meet the Company’s business needs as directed by collaborating physician.
• Work overtime when given sufficient notice of required overtime.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance with a robust provider network.
• 401k with a 100% match and investment options.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program.
• Professional development programs and tuition assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees