Nurse Practitioner/NP (T2) - Cardiology-Oncology Nurse Practitioner
About The Position
The Cardiology-Oncology Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides advanced practice care for patients at the intersection of cancer and cardiovascular disease, focusing on cardiovascular complications in oncology patients and cancer survivors. The NP works with cardiologists, oncologists, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other interdisciplinary team members to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care across inpatient and outpatient settings. The role includes conducting histories and physical examinations, developing care plans, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing and managing therapies, educating patients and families, and coordinating care. The NP also serves as a clinical resource and educator for staff, supports the growth and quality of the cardio-oncology service, and contributes to research, registries, and program data collection as appropriate. The description also assigns direct patient care and management for opioid patients.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Nursing required.
- Nursing license required.
- Massachusetts Board authorization to practice as an APRN NRSG required.
- Valid prescriptive authority from the Massachusetts DPH-DCP and federal DEA required.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support certificate required.
- 0–1 years of related work experience required.
- Experience with computer systems, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Access.
- Ability to summarize and communicate moderately complex information in English in varied written formats.
- Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to medical center staff, patients, families, and external customers.
- Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of concepts, practices, and policies and apply them in complex, varied situations.
- Ability to lead collaborative teams for larger projects or groups across functional areas.
- Ability to provide high-level customer service and staff training, and resolve service issues in a timely and respectful manner.
- Competence to provide patient care to young adults (16–30 years), middle-aged adults (30–60 years), and elderly patients (60 years and older).
- Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently, and to stand and/or move around through the majority of the shift.
- Staff must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree preferred.
- Experience in a teaching hospital.
- Specialty area expertise.
- Experience in Pain Management preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive assessments, including histories and physical examinations, and formulate individualized care plans.
- Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests.
- Manage acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions in oncology patients, adjusting therapies based on cancer treatment regimens.
- Prescribe medications, monitor therapeutic response, and adjust treatment in accordance with practice guidelines and collaborating physician input.
- Partner with oncology providers to balance cancer therapy efficacy with cardiovascular safety.
- Coordinate transitions between inpatient and outpatient care to support continuity and timely follow-up.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including cardiology subspecialists, oncology, pharmacy, nursing, visiting nurses, clinical staff, and consult services.
- Provide education to patients and families about cardiovascular risks, prevention, lifestyle modification, treatment adherence, and care plans.
- Act as an educator and clinical resource for staff through consultation, formal and informal education, literature review, seminars, and conferences.
- Document clinical encounters clearly, precisely, and promptly.
- Consult with physicians or surgeons regarding care for patients with more complex diagnoses.
- Support the cardio-oncology service line through clinical pathways, evidence-based protocols, and guideline-driven care.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and reduce preventable complications.
- Contribute to clinical research, registries, and programmatic data collection as appropriate.
- Provide direct patient care and management for opioid patients.
- Demonstrate and role-model an interdisciplinary collaborative approach to patient care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
