Nurse Practitioner – Oncology Infusion

theMednet; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

401K

Malpractice coverage

CME allowance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

theMednet is seeking an Oncology Infusion Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced care to patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and supportive infusions in an outpatient infusion center within a community medical setting.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, symptom management, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, with involvement in clinical research where applicable.

Qualifications

• Must hold an NP or higher degree from an accredited program.
• Current RN and NP licensure in state of practice.
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority.
• ONS/ONCC certification or plan to obtain shortly after hire.
• 2 years outpatient medical oncology experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments after infusion treatments for high‑risk patients.
• Manage acute infusion reactions using established protocols.
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests for patient safety.
• Prescribe medications and supportive therapies within scope of practice.
• Conduct follow‑up visits for toxicity checks and treatment clearance.
• Oversee safe administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologics, and supportive infusions with staff.
• Provide real‑time clinical support for symptom triage and escalation of care.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans and side effects.
• Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, infusion nurses, social workers, and other team members.
• Support clinical trials by assessing eligibility and documenting adverse events.

Skills

Outpatient Oncology experience

Tumor board participation

Clinical leadership

Symptom management

Education

Master’s or Doctorate in NP

RN license in state of practice

NP licensure

DEA registration & prescriptive authority

BLS certification

ONS/ONCC certification (or soon after hire)

Job description

The Oncology Infusion Nurse Practitioner provides advanced clinical care to patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and supportive infusions. This role supports a high‑acuity outpatient infusion center within a community medical center and integrates direct patient care, symptom management, clinical leadership, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. The NP contributes to evidence‑based oncology practice and may participate in clinical research activities.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care

• Perform comprehensive assessments after infusion treatments of high-risk patients who have treatment associated reactions
• Manage acute infusion reactions and treatment‑related toxicities using established protocols
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests for patient safety of receiving drug
• Prescribe medications and supportive therapies within scope of practice
• Conduct follow‑up visits for toxicity checks, urgent symptom evaluations, and treatment clearance

Infusion Center Clinical Operations

• Oversee safe administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologics, blood products, and supportive infusions in collaboration with infusion nursing staff
• Provide real‑time clinical support for symptom triage and escalation of care
• Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal safety standards for handling hazardous drugs

Patient Education and Counseling

• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, expected side effects, and symptom‑management strategies
• Provide anticipatory guidance to support patients throughout complex cancer therapies

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Work closely with medical oncologists, pharmacists, infusion nurses, social workers, and other team members to coordinate comprehensive care
• Participate in tumor boards, care‑planning meetings, and quality‑improvement initiatives

Academic and Research Integration

• Support clinical trials by assessing eligibility, monitoring adverse events, and documenting research‑related data when applicable
• Maintain current knowledge of emerging therapies and evidence‑based oncology practices

Quality, Safety, and Leadership

• Contribute to workflow optimization and patient‑safety initiatives within the infusion center
• Mentor nursing staff and participate in the education of students and trainees
• Assist in developing clinical protocols and practice guidelines
• Follow institutional policies, clinical pathways, and national oncology guidelines (NCCN, ASCO, ONS)

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current RN and NP licensure in state of practice
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• National certification as an Adult, Family, or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
• 2 years of Outpatient Medical Oncology experience as a Nurse Practitioner
• ONS/ONCC chemotherapy and biotherapy certification (or obtained shortly after hire)
• Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) (obtained within one year of hire)

Preferred

• Experience in an oncology infusion or outpatient oncology setting
• Experience in an academic or research‑driven environment
• Strong skills in symptom management and urgent oncology care

Core Competencies

• Proficiency in oncology pharmacology and infusion therapy
• Ability to manage complex and acutely ill patients
• Strong communication and patience skills
• Collaborative, team‑oriented approach
• Commitment to evidence‑based practice and continuous learning

Benefits

• Competitive salary and productivity bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and CME allowance
• Malpractice coverage
• 401K, HSA, FSA
• Professional development opportunities
• Sign-on Bonus