APP - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner II | Oncology

20010 Sanford Clinic; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is hiring a Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner to join an experienced oncology team. You will see patients at Weston and Stevens Point Centers with a four-day, 10-hour schedule and a call rotation of one weekend and two weekdays per month.

New graduates are welcome to apply. The NP/PA will perform comprehensive assessments, develop treatment plans including chemotherapy and supportive care, and collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, and social workers to deliver

Qualifications

• Master’s, postmaster’s, or doctorate NP degree from an accredited program.
• Current RN and NP licensure in each state of practice.
• Board certification AGACNP-BC or ACNPC-AG; other certifications as required by leadership.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments including history and physical examination.
• Order, interpret, and manage diagnostic tests related to oncology/hematology care.
• Develop and implement treatment plans including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and supportive care.
• Coordinate care with oncologists, hematologists, pharmacists, social workers and other team members.

Skills

Hematology/Oncology

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Oncology patient care

Education

NP degree

Board certification AGACNP-BC/ACNPC-AG

Tools

None

Job description

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.

Work Shift: Varies (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Union Position: No Department Details The Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant is a skilled member of the health team who provides medical and educational services to patients under the supervision of a licensed physician. In this role, you will be joining an experienced Oncology team. You will see patients at both Weston and Stevens Point Centers. This role has a 4 day 10hr schedule work week, and call rotation will be one weekend and two weekdays each month. New graduates welcome!

Summary

The Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care for patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions. This role involves assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with cancers, blood disorders, and related complications. The NP works collaboratively with physicians and a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care throughout the continuum of diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.

Job Description

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments including history, physical examination, and symptom evaluation. Order, interpret, and manage diagnostic tests and laboratory results related to oncology and hematology care. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and supportive care measures. Monitor patient response to treatment and adjust plans accordingly. Manage symptoms and side effects related to cancer and its treatment, such as pain, nausea, fatigue, and hematologic abnormalities. Provide patient and family education on disease processes, treatment options, and self-care strategies. Coordinate care with oncologists, hematologists, pharmacists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals. Facilitate referrals to specialists, clinical trials, and supportive services. Document all patient encounters, treatments, and care plans in compliance with institutional and regulatory standards. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, research, and continuing education related to hematology/oncology. Maintain current knowledge of advances in hematology and oncology care and treatments. This position also provides on-call coverage outside of regularly scheduled hours.

Qualifications

Completion of a master’s, postmaster’s, or doctorate from an accredited nurse practitioner program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education or National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. If Licensing prior to August 1, 1995, master's degree in nursing is preferred. Experience in hematology/oncology clinical settings preferred. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice. Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice. State Controlled Substance License (if required by State) National Board Certification as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC) or ACNPC-AG), Acute Care Adult (ACNP-BC); Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader: Family (FNP-BC) or (FNP–C), Adult-Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP-BC) or (A-GNP) Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form. Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.