Nurse Practitioner

Cancer Care Specialists of IL; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

HSA Option

Dental insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Sick Time

Vision insurance

401(K) w/ match & profit sharing

Life Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Cancer Care Specialists of IL is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide primary health care within the hematology/oncology department under physician supervision. The NP will contribute to a comprehensive patient care team, focusing on cancer care delivery and preventive strategies.

The role includes performing histories and exams, ordering tests, assisting with procedures, and delivering patient education. IL licensure, EPIC training, and ongoing professional development are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current licensure in Illinois to practice as a Nurse Practitioner.
• CPR certification as per AHA.
• Must complete EPIC training and pass required tests.

Responsibilities

• Gather medical history and physical data; review records.
• Interpret data to determine diagnostic and therapeutic needs.
• Perform complete physical exams and record findings.
• Order labs and imaging as appropriate.
• First assist physician with procedures; administer medications.
• Educate patients on medications, treatment plans, and preventive care.
• Triage calls and provide clinical consultations.
• Participate in care coordination and documentation per HIPAA.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner license

CPR certified

HIPAA compliance

Education

MSN/NP degree

Job description

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the attending physician, the Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing primary health care and performing selective medical services. In addition, the Nurse Practitioner will function as an integral part of the patient care team in the hematology/oncology department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Obtain complete medical history and physical data on patients. Review patient records.
• Interpret and integrate data to determine appropriate diagnostic therapeutic procedures needed.
• Perform a complete physical exam and record findings. Establish presumptive diagnosis.
• Order appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• First assist physician with office or surgical procedures as appropriate.
• Administer injections and oral medications. Suture wounds. Prepare written prescription orders for drugs and controlled substances.
• Interview and advise patients regarding health and illness prevention. Recommend community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Instruct patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Provide patient education.
• Assist physicians by recording patient progress notes, issue diagnostic orders, and transcribe orders.
• Triage patient telephone calls and provide consultation.
• Perform independent evaluations and treatment procedures in emergency situations.
• Provide monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
• Complete patient FMLA paperwork as required.
• Manage illnesses per collaborative agreement with physicians.
• Plan and implement patient education programs as requested.
• Emphasize illness prevention and wellness as part of care.
• Evaluate health status of patients and manage acute or chronic minor illness per collaborative agreement with physician(s).
• Participate in research activities in collaboration with the physicians.
• Visit patients in hospital as supplement to medical care if appropriate to collaborative agreement.
• Attends staff meetings and mandatory in-services.
• Participates in continuing education opportunities and maintains licensure.
• Maintains necessary certification(s) and licensure(s).
• Contributes to the quality of patient care and participates in quality improvement initiatives.

OTHER DUTIES:

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. Current licensure in the State of Illinois for practice as a Nurse Practitioner. Adheres to the guidelines as established by the State of Illinois in the Nurse Practice Act. Current CPR certification through AHA. Must take EPIC training and successfully pass required tests.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Knowledge of physician assisting processes and the ability and willingness to demonstrate and maintain clinical competency (cognitive knowledge and technical skills) as required for the limit of assignment. Ability and willingness to work with patients’ growth and development needs, particularly to patients diagnosed with cancer (newly diagnosed, receiving treatment and terminal care) or immunosuppressed. Ability to manage a sometimes demanding and fast-paced work environment related to changing patient needs, including work with patients with acute, chronic, and complex disease processes and those who are dying. Verbal and written English communication skills for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards. Must be organized, be able to multi-task and have good interpersonal skills. Understands and practices patient confidentiality and follows HIPAA and CCSI/POMS policies. A positive attitude towards health care team members and diverse patient populations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF JOB:

Standing, walking, sitting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, twisting, reaching, handling, kneeling, and wrist and digital dexterity. Must be able to move patient by lifting, ambulating, and transfer of patients in wheelchairs, on gurneys and beds. Speaking, hearing, and visual acuity to perform tests on patients; receive and interpret instructions; hearing to take blood pressure and hear breath, heart, and bowel sounds; chart; and operate equipment. Able to support persons (possibly 200 pounds or more) in emergency situations. Able to move quickly from place to place on occasion. Possible driving.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

Must be able to work under stress and adapt to changing conditions.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Job duties involve the potential for exposure to blood, body fluids, and chemotherapeutic agents. Normal patient care environment.

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance
• HSA Option
• Dental insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Sick Time
• Vision insurance
• 401(K) w/ match & profit sharing
• Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability