APRN or PA-C Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapy at AdventHealth Orlando

General Summary:

The APRN or PA-C, under the supervision of the Physician(s) who acts as the collaborative practitioner(s), is responsible for:

• Performs physical examinations of patients; evaluation and treatment of illnesses related to hematology, oncology and bone marrow transplant; fundamental internal medicine as it pertains to the patients’ hematologic malignancy, i.e. diabetes mellitus, hypertension
• Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests, such as routine laboratory, x-ray, etc.
• Position entails managing/monitoring patients in the clinic, infusion center, and hospital settings
• Monitors the patient’s course of treatment and makes appropriate referral to either a physician or specialist, as needed
• Collaborates with physician supervisor and staff, as necessary to provide consistent care to patients and support to staff
• Displays a caring and professional attitude at all times as well as maintaining personal and professional growth

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, and the public;
  Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail is a must
• Ability to provide quality customer service
• Ability to work flexible schedule including call rotation, nights, weekends
  • Rounding required during the day and on weekends when on call
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced clinic with highly acute patients, APP will also be required to participate in inpatient rounding at Advent Health Orlando
• Ability to complete bone marrow biopsies, skin biopsies in both inpatient and outpatient settings, lumbar punctures, and IT Chemo (training will be provided)
• DEA licensure to be obtained upon completion of orientation for prescribing of controlled substances as allowed per laws

Required Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies
• Experience as an APRN or PA-C in Hematology/Oncology (highly preferred)
• Oncology nursing experience (highly preferred)

Required Licensure, Certification, and Registration:

• Current, valid Florida APRN or PA license
• ANCC, AANP, NCCPA (or equivalent) certification
• BLS and ACLS required