Aprn/Pa

American Oncology Network • Warner Robins, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The APRN/PA assists physicians in the care and teaching of patients at Central Georgia Cancer Care. The role assesses patients’ physical and psychosocial status, interprets diagnostic findings, determines eligibility for clinical trials, and provides prescribed therapeutic measures and follow-up care in accordance with written practice protocols. The position collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary teams, supports patients and families, and documents care and treatment plans.

The APRN/PA provides on-call coverage and hospital rounds as needed, triages patients, may assist during emergencies, and may work at any company location as directed by the collaborating physician. The role also includes helping train new employees, promoting cancer treatment in the community, and maintaining compliance with applicable laws, company policies, patient privacy requirements, and safety procedures. Overtime may be required with sufficient notice. Travel is less than 25%.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Master’s degree required.
• Appropriate state APRN or PA license.
• Prescriptive privileges or eligibility to apply for them.
• Current ANCC or ONS (AOCN-P) certification.
• Current BLS certification.
• At least 5 years of experience as an APRN or PA, specifically in oncology.
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, analytical, decision-making, planning, time-management, and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict management, delegation skills, and diversity awareness.
• Ability to work effectively with sensitive and confidential information and emotionally charged matters.
• Good command of English and effective oral, written, and presentation communication skills; ability to listen actively and provide balanced feedback.
• Strong customer focus and ability to collaborate with colleagues, physicians, community partners, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to manage time, competing priorities, stress, and professional development; self-motivated and able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to work remotely effectively as required and in a fast-paced, multi-site environment while balancing competing demands.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to travel less than 25%.
• Ability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, and work overtime with sufficient notice when required.

Nice To Haves

• A second language is an asset but is not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ physical and psychosocial status through interviews, health histories, physical examinations, and diagnostic studies.
• Write prescriptions for medications, blood products based on laboratory results, diagnostic and follow-up studies, therapeutic measures, and post-discharge care in accordance with written practice protocols.
• Determine patients’ eligibility for clinical trials based on assessment findings.
• Interpret and evaluate study and test findings.
• Communicate appropriate patient-care information to the collaborating physician.
• Administer therapeutic measures and obtain specimens as prescribed.
• Dictate follow-up letters to referring physicians summarizing treatment, response, and plans.
• Dictate or write patient histories, admission notes, progress notes, and discharge notes in a timely manner.
• Assist with family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of care.
• Conduct or participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds for assigned patients to support appropriate, quality care.
• Provide on-call coverage and perform hospital rounds as needed.
• Triage patients to determine the urgency of physician evaluation.
• Document and report care accurately and promptly using appropriate forms and records.
• Assist staff during crises or emergencies.
• Meet with the public outside the institution and promote cancer treatment.
• Determine work priorities, assign work, and ensure assignments are completed properly.
• Comply with federal and state laws and regulations related to patient privacy and rights, personnel, safety, labor, and employment.
• Follow company and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and procedures and the Disaster Recovery Plan.
• Keep the work area and records neat and orderly; maintain company equipment in safe working condition.
• Protect the confidentiality of patient and employee information as required by HIPAA.
• Assist in training new employees on related job duties.
• Work at any company location as directed by the collaborating physician to meet business needs.
• Work overtime when given sufficient notice.
• Perform other duties as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior