APRN - Oncology

American Oncology Network•Angola, IN

1d•$92,500 - $152,875

About The Position

The APRN assists physicians in the care and teaching of patients in an oncology setting. The role assesses patients’ physical and psychosocial status, interprets diagnostic findings, prescribes and administers care within written practice protocols, and communicates care plans and updates to collaborating physicians. The APRN also supports patients and families through acute and chronic phases of care, participates in multidisciplinary rounds, provides on-call coverage and hospital rounds as needed, and triages patients to determine the urgency of physician evaluation. The position includes timely and accurate clinical documentation, dictating follow-up letters and patient records, determining eligibility for clinical trials, and helping train new employees. The APRN may assist staff during emergencies, promote cancer treatment to the public, and determine work priorities and assignments. The role requires compliance with applicable laws, regulations, company policies, privacy requirements, and safety procedures; maintaining orderly work areas and company equipment; and working at any company location as directed by the collaborating physician. Overtime may be required when sufficient notice is given.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
Master’s degree required.
APRN or PA license in the appropriate state.
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.
Strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, analytical, decision-making, planning, time-management, and organizational skills; attention to detail and ability to exercise independent judgment.
Developed interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, diplomacy, tact, conflict-management and delegation skills, and diversity awareness; ability to handle sensitive, confidential, and emotionally charged matters effectively.
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 foster quality, performance effectiveness, operational excellence, collaboration, partnerships, and positive employee, physician, and community relations.
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.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-site environment and manage competing priorities and demands from multiple stakeholders and sites.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

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, routine 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 findings from studies and tests.
Relay relevant 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 plan.
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 patient care.
Conduct or participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds for assigned patients.
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 work assignments are completed properly.
Comply with federal and state laws and regulations and company and departmental policies and procedures, including IT policies and the Disaster Recovery Plan.
Keep work areas and records neat and orderly.
Maintain company equipment in safe, working condition.
Maintain the confidentiality of patient and employee information in accordance with HIPAA requirements.
Assist in training new employees in related job duties.
Work at any company location as directed by the collaborating physician to meet business needs.
Work overtime when given sufficient notice.