Nurse Pract Oncology

CommonSpirit Health; London (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health in Kentucky is seeking a Nurse Practitioner, Oncology, to provide direct patient care under physician supervision. You will assess, diagnose, and manage oncology patients across the cancer journey in a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, education for patients and families, and coordination of treatment plans and symptom management to optimize outcomes within your scope of practice.

Qualifications

• Masters level of education in either Nursing or Physician Assistant.
• Board certification is required.
• Active Kentucky license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under physician supervision.
• Assess, diagnose and manage oncology patients across the cancer journey within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Oncology

Board Certified

Kentucky license

Education

Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Nurse Practitioner, Oncology, you will be responsible for utilizing training and skills to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a physician.

Every day, you will apply your specialized expertise to assess, diagnose, and manage the complex care needs of oncology patients throughout their cancer journey, from diagnosis and treatment to survivorship or palliative care. This involves conducting comprehensive assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, managing symptoms, and providing crucial education and emotional support to patients and their families, all within a multidisciplinary team.

To be successful in your role, you will meticulously provide direct patient care, utilizing your specialized training and skills to assess, diagnose, and manage oncology patients under physician supervision. You will demonstrate exceptional clinical proficiency and a compassionate approach, ensuring comprehensive care coordination and optimal patient outcomes within your scope of practice.

Job Requirements

Required

• Masters level of education in either Nursing or Physician Assistant
• No required years of experience
• Board certified
• Kentucky license

Where You'll Work

CHI Saint Joseph Health supports 5000 active employees, 8 hospitals, specialty clinics, and a Medical Group with more than 200 locations across Central and Eastern KY. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.