Advance Practice Provider

The US Oncology Network; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

PTO

Paid Holidays

Bonus Programs

Job summary

The US Oncology Network is seeking an Advance Practice Provider to deliver oncology care in an in-office or onsite setting. The role supports physicians, engages in prevention, screening, patient education, and care management across clinic or telemedicine contexts.

Candidates may hold MSN in NP or CNS, or PA certification, with entry-level experience (0–3 years). Licensure, NCCPA or NP/CNS credentials, and BLS/CPR are required to ensure safe patient care in a dynamic oncology environment.

Qualifications

• Accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program.
• This position is entry-level and typically requires 0-3 years post MSN experience, preferably in the chosen specialty.
• RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
• Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.
• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• This position is entry-level and typically requires 0-3 years of experience as a practicing Physician Assistant, preferably in the chosen specialty.
• Current NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) certification.
• Current state license as a Physician Assistant in practicing state. Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.
• Accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Clinical Nurse Specialist program.
• This position is entry-level and typically requires a minimum of 0-3 years of post-MSN experience, preferably in the chosen specialty.
• RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
• Current state licensure as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care for patients.
• Initiates and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient/family response and prescribes therapies as indicated.
• Performs procedures with minimal supervision.
• Assesses patient/family needs and provides education.
• Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Often incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice.
• Solid knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
• Completes patient charge capture and medical record documentation in a timely fashion.
• Likely to provide case management for patients and their families.
• Sometimes serves as a resource for nursing staff by providing information being studied in clinical trials.
• May provide palliative care for the patient and their families as needed.
• May promote/provide staff education
• Responsibilities may include rounding at affiliated hospitals, weekend or after-hour calls
• May mentor new advanced practice providers
• May precept APP students - Other duties as assigned

Skills

Nurse licensure

BLS/CPR certification

AP licensure requirements

Education

Nurse Practitioner MSN

Physician Assistant program

Clinical Nurse Specialist MSN

Job description

In-Office/Onsite Position

Overview

Advance Practice Provider

(Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner Masters / Clinical Nurse Specialist Masters)

Employment Type

Full Time

Benefits

M/D/V, Life Ins., 401(k), PTO, Paid Holidays, Bonus Programs

SCOPE

Under supervision or in collaboration with practice physicians, the Advance Practice Provider involved in the care of individuals, families and patient groups who are dealing with cancer or other related diagnosis. This care may be in clinic or virtually, via telemedicine. Responsibilities may include duties related to prevention, screening, patient care, management, and research. May serve as direct caregiver, health care consultant, patient educator, administrator, or researcher. Ensures compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards and requirements. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Northwest Cancer Centers

is the most advanced oncology group in Northwest Indiana. Our physicians have combined decades of experience and received their training at highly acclaimed research institutions both nearby in Chicago and across the world. Our Gynecologic Oncology team offers an integrative approach to the diagnosis, treatment and surgical management of women cancers. Our focus as physicians is to give you the right diagnosis and guide you as medical experts. We take pride in using a comprehensive approach towards our patients' health. We believe that long-term care after cancer treatment is as important as your current treatment.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care for patients.
• Initiates and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient/family response and prescribes therapies as indicated.
• Performs procedures with minimal supervision.
• Assesses patient/family needs and provides education.
• Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Often incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice.
• Solid knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
• Completes patient charge capture and medical record documentation in a timely fashion.
• Likely to provide case management for patients and their families.
• Sometimes serves as a resource for nursing staff by providing information being studied in clinical trials.
• May provide palliative care for the patient and their families as needed.
• May promote/provide staff education
• Responsibilities may include rounding at affiliated hospitals, weekend or after-hour calls
• May mentor new advanced practice providers
• May precept APP students - Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Nurse Practitioner Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN)

• Accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program.
• This position is entry-level and typically requires a minimum of 0-3 years post MSN experience, preferably in the chosen specialty.
• RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
• Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.

OR

Physician Assistant

• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• This position is entry-level and typically requires 0-3 years of experience as a practicing Physician Assistant, preferably in the chosen specialty.
• Current NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) certification.
• Current state license as a Physician Assistant in practicing state. Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.

OR

Clinical Nurse Specialist Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN)

• Accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Clinical Nurse Specialist program.
• This position is entry-level and typically requires a minimum of 0-3 years of post-MSN experience, preferably in the chosen specialty.
• RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
• Current state licensure as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.