Nurse Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology - Brooklyn - 10 hr Days Prior Onc experience required

NYU Langone Health • Brooklyn, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is hiring a Nurse Practitioner in Hematology/Oncology in Brooklyn. The role provides, coordinates, and assures comprehensive nursing care using the nursing process and relevant standards of care. It includes diagnosing illness and physical conditions and performing therapeutic, corrective, and prescriptive measures for a designated inpatient or outpatient population under a collaborative practice agreement with a specific NYU Hospitals Center physician.

The Nurse Practitioner collaborates with attending and consulting physicians, nursing staff, and other disciplines to develop and implement patient-centered care plans. The role includes assessing patients, ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, prescribing medications and services within applicable protocols and New York State law, supporting continuity of care, contributing to research and quality improvement, and serving as a clinical resource and educator.

The position is based in Brooklyn and is described as a 10-hour day role. Prior oncology experience is required. NYU Langone Health offers a comprehensive benefits and wellness package, including financial security benefits, a generous time-off program, employee resource groups, and a holistic employee wellness program.

Requirements

• Current New York State professional nurse registration.
• Current New York State Nurse Practitioner registration.
• Master's degree in Nursing.
• Certification by ANCC or another specialty organization that certifies Nurse Practitioners in a clinical practice area, obtained as soon as feasible following graduation from an NP graduate program.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association.
• Prior oncology experience.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS or PALS) through the American Heart Association, or Neonatal Resuscitation certification (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics, may be required based on selected privileges.
• At least five years of clinical nursing practice caring for the patient population served.
• Ability to apply the nursing process in an organized manner toward specific outcomes addressing patient and family safety and satisfaction.
• Previous experience as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, creative problem solving, critical thinking, and leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate group processes and work cohesively and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to act as an effective change agent.
• Physical stamina, manual dexterity, and visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities.
• Membership in professional specialty organizations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize care to meet individual patient needs and ensure appropriate clinical resource utilization in accordance with protocols and pathways.
• Monitor and trend cost effectiveness, including service efficiency and performance indicators.
• Assist with the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of research protocols when applicable.
• Collaborate with nursing and other disciplines to develop and implement clinical studies within the area of expertise.
• Use evidence-based healthcare literature to advise and support appropriate practice changes.
• Participate in developing and monitoring patient outcomes for quality and performance improvement.
• Serve as a clinical expert and resource for educating peers and other health professionals; maintain current expertise and promote professional growth.
• Consider the needs and behaviors of specific patient age and cultural groups in patient care.
• Evaluate treatment and healthcare plans and modify them according to clinical standards and practice protocols.
• Practice as a member of the allied health staff in accordance with medical staff rules, regulations, bylaws, and delineated privileges.
• Prescribe medical equipment, devices, physical and occupational therapy, and home health services according to practice protocol.
• Prescribe inpatient and discharge medications, including controlled substances with DEA authorization, in accordance with New York State law.
• Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines to develop and implement appropriate plans of care that respect patient and family preferences and support quality, access, and cost-effective outcomes.
• Formulate plans of care with the attending physician, patient, and family based on expected goals of care and length of stay.
• Order customary laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic studies; distinguish normal from abnormal findings and follow protocols for abnormal results, including referral when appropriate.
• Perform complete health histories, physical examinations, and psychosocial assessments within the designated practice or clinical unit.
• Facilitate continuity of care across services, including home care, other facilities, and physician appointments.
• Consult with nursing staff responsible for patients' therapeutic regimens in the hospital setting and work with nursing leadership to support timely communication.
• Work with the attending physician to maintain timely and appropriate communication with family members, housestaff, other disciplines, and ancillary services.
• Participate in developing and revising interdisciplinary and nursing standards and patient and family education materials relevant to the practice area.
• Work with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement therapeutic plans of care for a group of patients and ensure communication with family members.
• Demonstrate the organization's Service Standards and participate in activities related to professional nursing standards and external agency regulations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
• Financial security benefits.
• Generous time-off program.
• Employee resource groups for peer support.
• Holistic employee wellness program focused on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time