Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - Cancer Inpatient (Nocturnist)

Medical College of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their dynamic team in Milwaukee. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide exceptional patient care in hematology and oncology settings. You will be responsible for evaluating patient outcomes, educating patients and families, and participating in clinical research projects. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to quality improvement initiatives and enhance patient safety in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be a certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Experience in hematology/oncology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with healthcare teams for patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Monitor patient care plans and educate patients on health issues.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Research

Communication Skills

Quality Improvement

Hematology/Oncology Knowledge

Education

Nurse Practitioner Certification

Physician Assistant Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

The Department of Medicine – Division of Hematology and Oncology is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support the inpatient services located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at Froedtert Hospital, Center for Advanced Care, and other inpatient units.

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) works as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team who will contribute to excellence in program administration, patient care, patient safety, research, quality improvement, and teaching.

Primary Function/Responsibility:

• Collaborates with interdisciplinary health care teams in diagnosis and treatment of conditions requiring Hematology/Oncology/BMT intervention in inpatient environment as a member of the HemOnc/BMT inpatient service.
• Evaluates quality outcomes for the patients receiving care of this team through participation in the development of quality indicators and outcomes dashboard.
• Facilitates and communicates with patient, family, and staff to promote continuity of care across the continuum of care.
• Participates in ongoing clinical research projects related to the field of hematology/oncology/BMT.

Core Responsibilities:

• Performs comprehensive histories and physical exams, identifies normal and abnormal findings, including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial status.
• Order, perform, and interpret screening and diagnostic procedures and tests, and appropriately communicates and documents information.
• Develops pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans.
• Monitors effectiveness of plan of care.
• Educates patients on disease and treatment plans.
• Performs procedures as trained and appropriately credentialed.
• Documents within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and completes other necessary documents.
• Collaborates and/or consults with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate.
• Educates, counsels, and assists patients and families regarding current health problems, health maintenance activities and preventive behaviors.

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Formal applications are preferred but nominations and communication of interest, including current Resume/CV and optional a cover letter stating reasons for interest in the role, may be submitted to: Emily Roth, APP Recruiter – [e-mail]

Medical College of Wisconsin