Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Oncology (Lakeport, CA)

Sutter Health • Lakeport, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Sutter Lakeside is seeking a compassionate, patient focused APC Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physicain Assistant (PA) to join our outpatient Oncology/Hematology team. This role is ideal for an NP who values collaboration, patient education, and providing supportive care throughout the cancer journey. As part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you will support patients from their initial visit through treatment planning and ongoing follow up.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Master's: Nursing
• NP-California Nurse Practitioner by California Department of Consumer Affairs
• NP-F - Nurse Practitioner Furnishing
• RN-California Registered Nurse
• CSRC-Controlled Substance Registered Certification (required if prescribing narcotics)
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Certification required based on the department requirements
• 5 years of recent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regard to advanced nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology.
• Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record.
• Prioritize and delegate assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
• Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive new‑patient evaluations, including histories, physicals, and review of imaging/labs
• Manage scheduled follow‑up care, monitoring treatment response, adverse effects, and overall health status
• Assist in developing, adjusting, and implementing individualized treatment plans
• Help prepare and coordinate infusion plans and documentation within the EMR/Beacon system
• Provide guidance and education on medications, side‑effect management, and supportive care resources
• Communicate with infusion nursing, pharmacy, care coordinators, and oncology support services to ensure seamless care

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Relocation stipend
• Benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
• Robust retirement program
• A positive work-life balance and Northern California's natural beauty and lifestyle

What This Job Offers

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