Nurse Practitioner or PA, Clinical Immersion Program- Hem/Onc & SCT

Davita Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital is launching its APP Clinical Immersion Program for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants in Hematology/Oncology and Stem Cell Transplant. This structured 12-month program focuses on foundational skills, combining education with patient care in a collaborative setting, leading to permanent roles within the department.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Affordable health, vision, and dental insurance

Childcare and student loan subsidies

Generous levels of time off

403(b) Retirement Savings plan

Pension

Tuition and certification reimbursement

Cell phone plan discounts

Discounted rates on T-passes

Qualifications

• New graduate or early-career Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants welcomed.
• Preferred experience in Pediatric or Adult Oncology, Stem Cell Transplant, ICU or ED.
• Must hold MA NP or PA license with relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for inpatient pediatric patients and families.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform procedures overseen by an Attending Physician.

Skills

Collaboration

Patient Care

Teamwork

Clinical Oversight

Education

Master of Science in Nursing (PNP or FNP)

Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies

Job description

At Boston Children's Hospital, the quality of our care - and our inclusive hospital working environment - lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we're committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.

Position Summary

We are seeking new graduate or early-career Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Physician Assistants (PAs) to join our APP Clinical Immersion Program in Hematology/Oncology and Stem Cell Transplant (SCT). This 12-month structured program begins with a 4-month "Boot Camp" focused on building foundational clinical knowledge and skills across Hem/Onc and SCT services in an inpatient front-line APP provider role. Following Boot Camp, participants will be immersed in a supported staffing model for 8 months, working rotating day/night shifts with every 3rd weekend rotation. APPs will function as active members of the clinical team while continuing didactic education and skill-building in a supportive, collaborative environment. At the conclusion of the program, participants will transition into permanent APP roles within the department, based on availability. Options will include: a rotator role in either Oncology and/or SCT with 50/50 rotation and every 4th weekend, or a permanent night shift position in either SCT or Oncology. This program is ideal for motivated APPs seeking a career in inpatient pediatric oncology, stem cell transplant, and complex medical care in a world-renowned academic children's hospital. Anticipated start dates of September 2025 and January 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Working as an inpatient team member within the Hematology/Oncology and Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Service at Boston Children's Hospital to provide care for inpatient pediatric patients and families.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive and quality family-centered care and clinical oversight in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with multiple opportunities for learning.
• Performing occasional procedures overseen by Attending Physician.
• 36 hours, rotating day/night, every 3rd weekend.

Minimal Qualifications

Education

• A Master of Science in Nursing (PNP or FNP) or Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies.

Experience

• 2 - 3 years of nursing or clinical experience in Pediatric or Adult Oncology, Stem Cell Transplant, ICU or ED preferred.
• New graduate APPs and APPs with less than 2 years of experience are welcomed. Hem/Onc/SCT clinical rotations preferred.

Licensure/Certifications

• MA NP or PA license. PNP-Primary Care, PNP-Acute Care or FNP Certification.

Please note: During a public health emergency, individuals in this role may be expected to take on additional duties to respond to organizational needs.

Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts, and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.
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Boston Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability.