Nurse Practitioner - Hem/Onc in Cherry Hill, NJ

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About the role

The Division of Hematology-Oncology is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) to provide outpatient care to medical oncology patients. The Advanced Practitioner will provide quality care across the continuum in collaboration with a Hem-Onc physician and be expected to manage patient care autonomously within the scope of his/her professional practice. This provider will perform procedures according to credentialing, including prescribing chemotherapy, providing patient/family education, participating in research as applicable, documenting care according to standards, prescribing cancer-related and supportive care therapies, and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team. Opportunities for professional growth and development are available through the Division, including clinical involvement in research.

Incumbent is responsible for promoting organizational values of patient and visitor satisfaction by demonstrating courtesy and respect for families, visitors, and other employees. Cares for patients in all age groups from young adult through geriatrics. Demonstrates competence in the assessment, treatment, and care of patients serviced. Works in a collaborative practice setting with a supervising/collaborating physician to care for patients within the Division of Hematology/Oncology.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct clinical care for patient population according to established protocols and utilizes evidence-based practice standards in collaboration with the team.
• Maintains accurate and confidential medical records. Documents all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations consistent with organizational standards in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Identifies self properly to the patient and family, and clarifies the role of the nurse practitioner or physician assistant if necessary.
• The APP should function within their scope and refer to the collaborating/supervising physician when outside of scope, and/or directed by the physician or when requested by the patient and/or family.
• Performs interventions specific to assigned patient population and collaborative/written agreement.
• Participates in the performance improvement processes to meet quality of care and service standards.
• Demonstrates awareness of professional responsibility as a role model to peers and members of the health care team.
• Performs approved therapeutic or diagnostic procedures based upon patient’s clinical status.
• Addresses patient and family concerns and creates a therapeutic relationship to provide support.
• Provides patient education, counseling, and instruction regarding patient diagnosis, medical treatments, medications, and preventative care.
• Participates in and supports accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of the organization.
• Precepts students and other health care learners.
• Identifies patient/family needs for community resources and refers appropriately.

Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing (Required).
• CRNP: Master's Degree or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Nursing required and more than 2.5 years of experience.
• Acute Care Certification preferred.
• The APP must be reviewed by the Credentials Committee and approved by the Medical Board.
• National Board Certification required.
• ACLS (For providers in the acute care setting) required.
• BLS/CPR, as a healthcare provider as per the American Heart Association (For providers in the ambulatory setting) required.
• PA and/or NJ CRNP licensure (CRNP) required.
• Prescriptive Authority (Required).
• PA and/or NJ Prescriptive Authority required.
• PA and/or NJ RN licensure (RN) required.

Benefits

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region.

Pay

Salary Range: $83,200.00 - $208,000.00/Annually based on 40 hours per week. As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.