Advanced Practice Clinician in Gilbert, AZ

We are seeking a nurse practitioner or physician assistant that delivers high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals undergoing stem cell transplantation and related hematology/oncology treatments in the observation unit - stem cell. This role focuses on rapid assessment, clinical management, and short-term observation of patients at risk for post-transplant complications. The advanced practice clinician works collaboratively with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to provide evidence-based care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories and physical examinations
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions in stem cell transplant and hematology/oncology patients
• Monitor for and manage complications such as infection, graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), cytokine release syndrome, and treatment-related toxicities
• Order, interpret, and respond to laboratory and diagnostic studies
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with scope of practice and institutional protocols
• Coordinate care with hematologists/oncologists, hospitalists, nursing staff, pharmacists, and case management
• Facilitate efficient patient flow, including admissions, observation management, and discharges
• Provide education to patients and families regarding treatment plans, symptom management, and follow-up care
• Ensure adherence to infection prevention protocols for immunocompromised populations
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and implementation of evidence-based practices

• Master?s or doctorate degree in nursing (MSN or DNP) or a graduate of an accredited physician assistant program
• Current license in the state of practice
• National certification (FNP, AGACNP, AGNP, PA-C)
• Current DEA license and prescriptive authority
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Experience in hematology/oncology, stem cell transplant, or acute care medicine
• Oncology certification (e.g., AOCNP, or oncology-focused PA experience)
• Familiarity with chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and cellular therapies
• Experience in hospital-based or observation unit settings

• Strong clinical judgment and advanced diagnostic skills
• Ability to manage high-acuity, complex patients with a high degree of autonomy
• Excellent interdisciplinary communication and teamwork
• Knowledge of care for immunocompromised patients
• Patient education and counseling expertise
• Flexibility and efficiency in a fast-paced clinical environment