Advance Practice Provider - CINJ Surgical Oncology Breast

RWJBarnabas Health; New Brunswick; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in New Jersey is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider for the CINJ Surgical Oncology Breast department. The ideal candidate will have oncology or surgical experience, focusing on patient care, medical knowledge, and interprofessional collaboration. The role includes responsibilities such as performing health histories, developing care plans, and participating in quality improvement activities. Comprehensive benefits are offered, emphasizing RWJBarnabas Health's commitment to equitable care and community health.

Benefits

PTO

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of oncology or surgical experience.
• Exceptional new graduates with a focused interest will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform health histories and physical exams.
• Develop individualized care plans.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team.

Skills

Oncology

Patient Education

Communication

Education

Advanced Practice Nurse

Physician Assistant

Job description

Advance Practice Provider - CINJ Surgical Oncology Breast

Req #: 0000196959

Category: Miscellaneous

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Rutgers University Medical Grp

Department: CINJ Surgical Oncology Breast

Location: Rutgers University Medical Grp, 195 Little Albany St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Position Overview

The ideal candidate is an Advanced Practice Provider (Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant) with at least 1 year of oncology or surgical experience. Exceptional new graduates with a focused interest will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Medical Knowledge

• Demonstrate comprehensive oncology-specific and general medical-surgical knowledge.
• Provide rational explanations for clinical decisions based on guidelines, science, and experience.
• Contribute to research efforts by staying informed about protocols and identifying trial candidates.

Patient Care

• Perform initial and episodic health histories and physical exams.
• Interpret findings and develop individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and families about care management, side effects, and psychosocial issues.

Practice-Based Learning and Improvement

• Identify learning needs and seek continuing education.
• Apply research findings to practice.

Interprofessional Collaboration and Communication

• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team.
• Document care plans and clinical information accurately.
• Participate in team meetings and tumor boards.

Professionalism

• Act as a resource and leader in oncology care.
• Manage time effectively.
• Engage in personal and professional development.

Systems-Based Practice

• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Document services for reimbursement.
• Assist patients in navigating barriers to care.

Additional requirements for Advanced Practice Nurses include proficiency in holistic nursing approaches considering psycho/social/spiritual and physical aspects within the social and cultural context.

Additional Information

Our comprehensive benefits include PTO, health insurance, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and more. RWJBarnabasHealth is committed to equitable, high-quality care and community health improvement in New Jersey.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer