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US Oncology Inc.; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 206,448; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement plan options

Continuing education support

Job summary

US Oncology Inc. in Spokane, WA is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to provide oncology patient care. Responsibilities include performing clinical procedures, collaborating with physicians, and managing patient care. This entry-level role requires a Master’s in Nursing and valid RN licensure. The salary ranges from $125,000 to $206,448 depending on experience. Join a team committed to saving lives and providing comprehensive care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school.
• Successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides care to oncology patients in collaboration with physicians.
• Performs clinical and diagnostic procedures.
• Evaluates and implements nursing and non-nursing research findings.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Patient assessment

Health management

Collaboration

Nursing research

Education

Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Current RN state licensure

Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner

Job description

Overview

Join a Legacy of Care – Delivering over 50 years of Healing and Hope

For over five decades Cancer Care Northwest has been the Inland Northwest's premier cancer center, providing an integrated approach to the diagnosis, treatment and healing of cancer and blood-related diseases.

Our collective passion to fight against cancer is what motivates and inspires us every day and is the reason Cancer Care Northwest has become the Inland Northwest's premier cancer center. We provide comprehensive, innovative, compassionate, integrated care throughout each patient's journey. We are searching for dedicated professionals who share our passion in saving lives. Are you searching for better work-life balance? Join us in our mission to save lives.

This position is responsible for providing care to oncology patients in collaboration with the CCNW physicians. Scope of responsibility includes expert practitioner, educator/teacher, care management, consultant researcher, and leader. Supports and adheres to the Cancer Care Northwest/US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the essential duties/responsibilities listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties/responsibilities of this job.

• Obtains health histories by performing complete physical examinations and psychosocial assessments, interprets findings from the examinations, contributing to the problem list and a plan of care.
• Performs clinical and diagnostic procedures which may include complete skin examination, manual breast examination, bimanual pelvic examination, Pap smear, digital rectal examination, fecal occult blood test, as indicated by complete history, physical examination, gender, age, lifestyle, and personal behavior risk factors in accordance with the American Cancer Society and other leading professional organization cancer screening and follow-up guidelines.
• Performs diagnostic procedures which may include bone marrow biopsy and skin biopsy.
• Provides diagnostic and pharmacologic management of the disease process and treatment side effects through ongoing assessment, intervention and education in collaboration with the physician in the office and hospital settings.
• Works within the guidelines established in the policy manual related to Nursing Protocol, Chemotherapy Guidelines, Admixture policies and Quality Assessment/Quality of Care.
• Integrates an individualized health maintenance program for clientele in the community and office
• Utilizes resources and problem solves when system barriers occur as the client repeatedly moves through acute, ambulatory, and home care settings.
• Provides knowledge in area of clinical expertise throughout the following phases of the illness trajectory: prevention, detection, diagnosis, acute care, terminal care/home care, rehabilitation, and survivorship to members of the multidisciplinary team involved in the assessment and management of individuals/families with cancer.
• Evaluates and implements nursing and non-nursing research findings.
• Collaborates with other members of the medical/nursing research community to implement and evaluate research protocols and report research findings.
• Serves as a resource person for the nursing staff by providing information being studied in clinical trials.
• Performs all other duties/responsibilities as necessary or assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Nurse Practitioner: Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an 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 specialty.
• 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) from an 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.

Salary

Salary DOE – $125,000 - $206,448

Benefits

Benefit information https://careers.usoncology.com/benefits