Oncology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Hartford Healthcare seeks an Oncology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive cancer care within our Healthcare & Medical Services department. In collaboration with oncologists and a multidisciplinary team, you will conduct assessments, manage chemotherapy and immunotherapy regimens, oversee symptom management, coordinate care, and educate patients and families. You'll leverage cutting-edge technology while practicing evidence-based medicine. Our inclusive, team-oriented culture supports professional growth through ongoing education, mentorship, and advancement opportunities, while delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care.

• Perform comprehensive oncology assessments and develop treatment plans in collaboration with oncologists.
• Prescribe and manage chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and supportive care medications per protocols.
• Monitor treatment response, manage toxicities, and adjust care plans as needed.
• Provide symptom management and palliative support for oncology patients.
• Order and interpret labs, imaging, and diagnostic studies relevant to cancer care.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options, side effects, and self-care.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care with nursing, pharmacy, social work, and other specialties.
• Participate in tumor boards, quality initiatives, and evidence-based practice projects.
• Document all patient encounters and care plans in the electronic medical record accurately and timely.
• Support clinical research activities and adherence to clinical trial protocols when applicable.

• Oncology patient assessment
• Chemotherapy regimen management
• Immunotherapy management
• Symptom and toxicity management
• Palliative and supportive care
• Prescriptive authority and medication management
• Ordering and interpreting labs and imaging
• Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation
• Oncology clinical guidelines (NCCN, ASCO)
• Patient and family education

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k

• Current RN license and APRN certification or PA-C licensure (as applicable).
• National board certification as an Oncology NP (AOCNP preferred) or relevant PA certification.
• Active, unrestricted license in the state of practice.
• Chemotherapy/biotherapy provider certification (e.g., ONS/ONCC) preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certification.
• Experience with oncology clinical guidelines (NCCN, ASCO).