Advanced Practice Nurse - Hematology/Oncology

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package

50 days paid time off per year

Federal pension and 401K with up to 5%

Job summary

VA Central Iowa Health Care System in Des Moines, IA is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Nurse – Hematology/Oncology (APN/NP) to provide expert consultation and treatment for hematology and oncology patients. You will coordinate care, develop individualized treatment plans, educate patients and families, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams within the VA mission to honor America's Veterans.

The role requires board-certified NP status, an unrestricted license in the United States,

Qualifications

• NP certification and licensure required.
• Board certification maintenance and clinical competence emphasized.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert consultation and treatment for patients with hematology or oncology conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations including history, physical exams, and ordering of labs and tests.
• Interpret tests and follow up on results in a timely manner.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for hem/onc patients.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatment plans, and self-management.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals for coordinated care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and discharge planning as indicated.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record system.
• Travel to Community Based Outpatient Clinics as requested/assigned.

Job description

Summary

The VA Central Iowa HCS is recruiting (1) full-time Advanced Practice Nurse - Hematology/Oncology. The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) practices in Oncology/ Hematology Service to provide a full range of services emphasizing quality - timeliness - and the advancement of the Veterans Affairs (VA) mission.

Duties

• The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers
• This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest
• As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care - you will operate in a model with three core elements - seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran
• This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community
• This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being
• Major duties and responsibilities of the position: Provide expert consultation and treatment for patients with hematology or oncology conditions Conduct comprehensive evaluations - including history taking - physical examinations - and the ordering of diagnostic labs and tests and studies Interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests and follow-up on test results in a timely manner
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients with hem/onc conditions Provide patient and family education regarding hem/onc conditions - treatment plans - and self-management strategies - utilizing educational tools and resources to enhance patient understanding and compliance Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences if indicated - including discharge planning Communicate effectively with patients - families - and members of the healthcare team
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care in the electronic medical record system May be tasked to travel to Community Based Outpatient Clinics as requested/assigned by the ACOS-SC
• Participate in the Central Iowa VA Cancer Subcommittee - which meets at least quarterly and shall report up to the Specialty Care Executive Committee accordingly - in compliance with VHA Directive 1415: VHA ONCOLOGY PROGRAM
• May be tasked by the Chief of Specialty Care to participate with and contribute to the Transfusion Committee
• Provide Electronic Consultation services (E-Consults) and reviews consults for determination if appropriate for Care in the Community orf local/regional VA services
• Ensure compliance with VA policies - procedures - and regulatory requirements
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to clinical guidelines and best practices
• Engage in continuing education and professional development activities to maintain board certification and clinical competence
• Contribute to the academic mission of the VA clinic
• Provide supervision and education to students and other trainees - as applicable
• Serve as a resource and mentor to other healthcare providers within the VA clinic
• Exemplifies the ICARE core values of Integrity - Commitment - Advocacy - Respect and Excellence
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 7:30am - 4:00pm.