App Oncology Breast Prevention and Research

Kansas Health System; Westwood (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas Health System in Westwood, KS is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in the Hematology and/or Oncology specialty to manage health problems, coordinate care, and develop treatment plans in collaboration with sponsoring physicians.

Required: Master’s or Doctor of Nursing Practice or PA, state APRN/PA licensure, BLS, and board certification; oncology experience preferred. This is a full-time role at Westwood Administration - East with a focus on preventive breast oncology research.

Qualifications

• Master Degree Nursing (APRN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice for APRNs, or Master’s in Physician Assistant.
• Preferred APRN or PA experience in oncology/hematology settings.
• State APRN/PA licensure and board certification applicable to practice location.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate medical problems and consult other specialties as needed.
• Educate patients and families about preventive care and treatments.
• Create diagnostically appropriate treatment plans.
• Document evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, and referrals per standards.
• Coordinate with physicians and leadership on clinical issues and quality improvement.

Education

Master Degree Nursing (APRN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant

Population served training (age appropriate)

Job description

Position Title

App Oncology Breast Prevention and Research

Days - Full Time

Westwood Administration - East

Position Summary / Career Interest

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in the Hematology and/or Oncology specialty manages health problems and coordinates health care in acute or specialty care settings. These APPs deliver patient care and medical services to individuals, families and groups by utilizing standards of care in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations to assess health status, diagnose medical conditions, develop medical plan of care, implement treatments and evaluate patient responses in collaboration with collaborative/sponsoring physician as described in a Collaborative Practice Agreement.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Able to evaluate medical problems of clients in the assigned specialty practice setting and appropriately requests consultation of other specialties when indicated.
• Provides education to patients and/or families about preventive care, medical issues and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications pertinent to the patient's condition.
• Creates diagnostically appropriate treatment plans
• Documents all medical evaluation, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, referrals and consultations consistent with NCQA, The Joint Commission, state regulatory standards and evidenced-based standards of care. Maintains documentation compliance for appropriate coding and billing.
• Facilitates evaluation of records by physician(s), peers and quality standards according to protocols and receives and implements constructive directives.
• May refer complex and high priority cases to collaborating physician with regards to complicated diagnostic problems, serious illness, complicated therapeutic problems and re-evaluation of chronic conditions.
• Provides medical and emergency interventions appropriate to the client's needs; prescribes and monitors medications appropriate to the diagnosis; orders and monitors the appropriateness of emergency interventions.
• Maintains collegiality with all members of the inter-disciplinary team.
• Utilizes appropriate chain-of-command and communicates with specialty practice Program Director, APP Director and Medical Director of any clinical issue and contributes to quality improvement or process improvement as necessary.
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

Master Degree Nursing from an accredited program in Advanced Practice Nursing for APRNs OR Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program in Advanced Practice Nursing for APRNs OR Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Age appropriate training for "population served" may depend on APRN/PA program training and may require additional training as determined by the department.

Preferred Education and Experience Previous APRN or PA experience

Required Licensure and Certification

• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - State Board of Nursing Copy of the current advance practice license for the State of Kansas and/or Missouri (depending on practice locations)
• Licensed Physician Assistant (PA) - State Board of Healing Arts Copy of the current advance practice license for the State of Kansas and/or Missouri (depending on practice locations)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Advanced practice certification required. APRNs may obtain within one year of date of hire; Specific certification may be required depending on specialty

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) - Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) OR
• Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) - Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC)

Time Type: Full time

Job Requisition ID: R-58456

Important information for you to know as you apply:

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other thi