Nurse Practitioner - Neuro Oncology

Nurse Practitioner – Neuro Oncology (Outpatient) Rotations between:
University Medical Center ;
West Jefferson Medical Center;
East Jefferson General Hospital

Position Type:
Full‑Time

The Nurse Practitioner – Neuro Oncology (Outpatient, Limited Inpatient Consultations) provides comprehensive, patient‑centered medical care to individuals with complex neurologic cancers. Working collaboratively with Neuro‑Oncology physicians and the multidisciplinary care team, this role is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, symptom management, and ongoing evaluation of patient outcomes. This position supports a new and rapidly growing Neuro‑Oncology program that is experiencing increasing patient complexity, expanding referral volume, and high‑acuity symptom management needs.

The Nurse Practitioner will play a critical role alongside a newly recruited Neuro‑Oncology physician under an established contractual agreement.

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations, including physical and neurological examinations and health assessments, in accordance with physician guidelines and protocols
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with neurologic malignancies
• Manage complex symptoms associated with neurological cancer and cancer treatments, including seizures and high acuity outpatient needs
• Monitor patient responses to medical and nursing interventions and adjust care plans accordingly
• Collaborate closely with Neuro‑Oncology physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams
• Provide patient and family education, counseling, and support throughout the treatment continuum
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation in the electronic health record
• Support quality, safety, and patient‑experience initiatives within the growing Neuro‑Oncology program

• Master’s or Doctorial degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Active Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Louisiana (or eligibility for licensure)
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner Oncology
• neurology, or acute care experience strongly preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage complex, high‑acuity patients
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association

• Be part of a new and expanding Neuro‑Oncology program with growing clinical volume and complexity
• Work closely with a newly recruited Neuro‑Oncology physician in a collaborative, team‑based model
• Make a meaningful impact on patients with highly specialized and complex care needs
• Practice in an outpatient setting that emphasizes continuity of care, innovation, and clinical excellence

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