Nurse Practitioner

Description

As a nurse practitioner, you manage all aspects of patient care related to comprehensive assessment, ordering, and oversight of conventional chemotherapy, as well as support of clinical services. A friendly, caring, courteous, and professional attitude is essential, as you serve as the first point of contact for patients and families.

• Provide collaborative comprehensive care to oncology patients, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care for each patient’s specific needs.
• Assess data reflective of the patient’s status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient’s needs; initiate and document interactions with patients and consulting physicians; coordinate patient care and complete documentation in a timely manner according to company policy.
• Provide education to meet patient/family needs.
• Assist physicians and perform procedures as needed.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Evaluate laboratory results and prepare for changes in treatment based on laboratory 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.
• Possess knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
• Serve as an education and drug information resource to patients, billing personnel, and clinical staff.
• Communicate well with patients, medical staff, and co-workers; maintain an environment of caring, concern, and support.
• Manage multiple patient treatments in a fast‑paced environment.
• Keep the Director of Clinical Services informed of any significant information or patient issues.
• Manage after‑hours care, including weekends and evenings as requested by the supervising physician.
• Communicate verbally or by phone or text to the supervising physician to optimize patient care.
• Complete electronic health record documentation within 24 hours of the patient visit.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.

• Medical office setting.
• Moderate noise levels from medical setting and equipment.
• Standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to see details at close range.
• Ability to listen and understand information through spoken words and sentences.
• Ability to read and understand information in writing.
• Ability to communicate information verbally so others understand.
• Daily use of hands to type, file, and write/sign documents.
• Minimum lifting requirements of 25 pounds to transfer equipment, help patients with positioning, and pack/unpack supplies.
• Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes to assist patients.

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and a nurse practitioner program. Must have a certification as a nurse practitioner by an approved certifying organization.
• Good knowledge of medicine as related to medical examination, health history, development of working diagnoses, and other areas as appropriate to the specific service provided.
• Oncology Certified Nurse certification (OCN).
• Minimum 2 years oncology experience as a NP.
• Computer experience with EMR knowledge.
• Excellent work ethic, including integrity, 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.

• Must have a certification as a nurse practitioner by an approved certifying organization.
• Must have an Advanced Practice Certificate.
• Must have active BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• Must have Prescribing and Dispensing Certificate in AZ.