Nurse Practitioner

Arizona Center for Cancer Care • Gilbert, AZ

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner manages comprehensive care for oncology patients, including assessment, ordering, and oversight of conventional chemotherapy and support of clinical services. The role requires a friendly, caring, courteous, and professional manner when interacting with patients and families. The Nurse Practitioner collaborates with physicians and clinical staff, coordinates patient care, and maintains timely and accurate documentation. The position is based in a medical office setting in Gilbert, Arizona.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and nurse practitioner program.
• Certification as a nurse practitioner by an approved certifying organization.
• At least 2 years of oncology experience as a nurse practitioner.
• Good knowledge of medicine related to medical examinations, health histories, development of working diagnoses, and other areas appropriate to the service provided.
• Computer experience and knowledge of electronic medical records.
• Excellent work ethic, including integrity, a positive attitude, productivity, organization, respect for leadership, excellent attendance, continuous learning, and willingness to ask for help.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a detail-oriented, fast-paced setting.
• Advanced Practice Certificate.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Prescribing and Dispensing Certificate in Arizona.

Responsibilities

• Provide collaborative, comprehensive care to oncology patients.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care according to each patient's specific needs.
• Assess patient-status data and interpret information in relation to patient needs.
• Initiate and document appropriate interactions with patients and consulting physicians.
• Coordinate patient care and complete documentation promptly according to company policy.
• Provide education to meet patient and family needs.
• Assist physicians and perform procedures as needed.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Evaluate laboratory results and prepare for treatment changes based on those results.
• Develop and implement treatment plans.
• Assist with clinical staff education.
• Prescribe and dispense medication in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Document subjective and objective findings in electronic health records.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of therapeutic therapies.
• Apply knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
• Serve as an education and drug-information resource for patients, billing personnel, and clinical staff.
• Communicate effectively with patients, medical staff, and co-workers, maintaining a caring and supportive environment.
• Manage multiple patient treatments in a fast-paced environment.
• Keep the Director of Clinical Services informed of significant information and patient issues.
• Manage after-hours care, including evenings and weekends, as requested by the supervising physician.
• Communicate verbally with the supervising physician in person, by phone, or by text to optimize patient care.
• Complete electronic health record documentation within 24 hours of the patient visit.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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