Breast Program Survivorship and High-Risk NP/PA

Nuvance Health•Kingston, NY

26d

About The Position

Works collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team of health care professionals providing a comprehensive clinical program of medical, psychosocial and educational services to address the needs of our cancer survivors. Primary focus is to promote health, wellness, and improved quality of life for cancer survivors after cancer treatment as well as patients at high risk for developing breast cancer. Plays a critical role in the multidisciplinary care of patients within a breast surgery oncology practice. This advanced practice provider delivers comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals at elevated risk for breast cancer, as well as those undergoing evaluation and treatment for breast disease. The NP/PA collaborates closely with breast surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, and genetic counselors to ensure timely, evidence-based, and compassionate care. Utilizes core tenets of Cancer Survivorship: (1) prevention and detection of new cancers and recurrent cancers; (2) surveillance for recurrence or new primaries; (3) Interventions for long-term and late effects from cancer and its therapies; and (4) coordination between specialist and primary care providers to ensure that all of the survivorï¿½s needs are met.

Requirements

3 or more years ½ experience in a Breast Surgical Oncology office
Ensures compliance with evidence-based survivorship guidelines from credible organizations (ASCO, NCIï¿½s Office of Cancer Survivorship) as well as accreditation standards for survivorship (ASCOï¿½s Commission on Cancer and NAPBC).

Responsibilities

Conducts thorough patient evaluations including history-taking, physical examinations, and risk assessments. Diagnoses and manages patients with complex breast health concerns, ensuring high-quality and timely care. Focuses on wellness, nutrition and lifestyle modification after a cancer diagnosis; offers educational support for patients and families, health team members, and the community.
Applies evidence-based findings to deliver cancer survivorship care to all cancer survivors, as it relates to cancer surveillance, general health maintenance, screening and treatment for side effects of cancer therapy including physical, emotional, cognitive and sexual health concerns; ensures timely documentation on patients.
Creates a caring and healing environment that keeps the patient and family at the center of care throughout their experience.
Designs and assists in launching any new supportive care programming needed to enhance patient and family experience.
Develops and streamlines clinical survivorship services to address unmet needs of cancer survivors including late and long-term effects of cancer treatment. Provision of care coordination, psychosocial oncology and oncology rehabilitation, including palliative care, when appropriate.
Orders and interprets appropriate laboratory tests, imaging studies, and other diagnostic procedures. Initiates referrals to genetic counseling, radiology, and other specialties as clinically indicated.
Develops and implements individualized care plans in collaboration with supervising physicians and the broader oncology team. Prescribes medications and therapeutic interventions in accordance with clinical guidelines and scope of practice.
Establish relationships, coordinate, collaborate, and work effectively with oncology and non-oncology teams. Collaborate with medical professionals, health-related groups, primary care providers, and other providers of ongoing care within the community to ensure continuity and quality care to all patients seen within the program.
Accurately documents all clinical encounters, assessments, and treatment plans in the electronic medical record. Ensures compliance with institutional policies, regulatory standards, and risk management protocols.
Provides clear and compassionate education to patients and their families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, genetic risk, and preventive strategies. Supports informed decision-making and promotes health literacy.
Reviews diagnostic results with patients via in-person visits or telehealth. Monitors treatment outcomes and adjusts care plans as needed to optimize patient health and satisfaction.
Participates in departmental quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and safety programs to enhance care delivery and patient outcomes. Actively collects data, tracks and monitors metrics and outcomes, in collaboration with administration, to document and evaluate outcomes of the Survivorship Program.
Upholds all departmental policies, procedures, and standards of care. Maintains current knowledge of best practices in breast oncology and high-risk patient management.
Engages in ongoing education, training, and professional development activities to maintain clinical competency and support the mission of the practice.
Performs other related duties as assigned to support the operational and clinical needs of the practice.