Nurse Practitioner

Description

The nurse practitioner manages all aspects of the patients care as pertains to comprehensive assessment, ordering, and overseeing the management of conventional chemotherapy and support of clinical services. It is important that a friendly, caring, courteous, and professional attitude is displayed at all times as this person has front-line contact with patients and families.

• Provide collaborative comprehensive care to oncology patients. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care for patient’s specific needs
• Assess data reflective of the patient’s status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient’s needs. Initiates and documents appropriate interactions with patients and consulting physicians. Coordinates patient care and completes documentation in a timely manner according to company policy
• Provides education to meet patient/family needs
• Assists physicians and performs procedures as needed
• Ability to order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Evaluate laboratory results and prepare for changes of 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 effectiveness of therapeutic therapies
• Knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements
• Serve as education & 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
• Possess ability to manage multiple patient treatments in a fast‑paced environment
• Keep the Director of Clinical Services informed of any significant information and/or patient issues
• Manage after‑hours care, including weekend and evenings as requested by supervising physician
• Communicate verbally either in person 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/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 in speaking so others will understand

Daily use of hands to type, file, and write/sign documents

Minimum lifting requirement of 25 pounds in order to transfer equipment, help patients with positioning, and pack/unpack supplies

Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes in order to assist patients

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing and 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, the 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 an active BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Must have a Prescribing and Dispensing Certificate in AZ