Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Liquid Tumor

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 104,600 - 138,600; Full time

Job summary

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider specializing in oncology to provide high-quality inpatient care for patients with liquid tumors. The role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, performing essential procedures, and contributing to patient education and safety. Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in Nursing or as a Physician Assistant and be licensed in PA and NJ. This position offers an annual salary ranging from $104,600.00 to $138,600.00, alongside a goal-oriented incentive program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of Oncology experience as an RN or Advanced Practice Provider.
• Master's degrees in Nursing or Physician Assistant required.
• Registered Nurse license in Pennsylvania and New Jersey required.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced assessment and daily management of liquid tumor patients.
• Lead coordination of the liquid tumor service with interdisciplinary teams.
• Participate in conferences and share clinical updates.

Skills

Oncology experience

Advanced assessment

Patient and family education

Leadership

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant

Job description

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A Brief Overview

The Inpatient Liquid Tumor Advanced Practice Provider serves as a clinical expert and continuity provider for patients with liquid tumors, supporting hospital-based oncology teams. This Monday–Friday, day‑shift role focuses on high‑quality, coordinated inpatient care, procedural expertise, and seamless transitions to outpatient management.

In collaboration with the attending physician, the APP provides comprehensive care aligned with their scope of practice, including clinical management, consultation, education, and professional development.

Experience Qualifications

• At least 1-2 years of Oncology experience as an RN or Advanced Practice Provider required

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Care & Team Management
  • Provide advanced assessment and daily management of a cohort of liquid tumor patients, including documentation and family‑centered care planning.
  • Lead day‑to‑day coordination of the liquid tumor service, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to oversee chemotherapy ordering, procedures, supportive care, and discharge planning.
  • Partner closely with outpatient teams to ensure efficient, safe and smooth transitions of care between inpatient and outpatient.
  • Participate in division‑wide conferences and team meetings; attend the weekly leukemia/lymphoma conference and share key insights and clinical updates with the broader team.
• Procedural Expertise
  • Perform credentialed procedures, including bone marrow aspirates/biopsies, lumbar punctures with intrathecal chemotherapy, and skin biopsies.
  • Partner with the other APPs to ensure the team maintains procedural competencies.
• Care Evaluation & Optimization
  • Continuously evaluate treatment effectiveness and adjust care plans based on evidence‑based practice and patient/family response.
• Patient & Family Education
  • Provide clear, compassionate education to patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, procedures, and discharge care.
• Team Education & Consultation
  • Serve as a clinical resource and educator for fellows, residents, advanced practice providers, and nursing staff.
  • Provide consultation to multidisciplinary team members to support high‑quality oncology care.
• Professional Development & Scholarship
  • Engage in research, education, and scholarly activities.
  • Maintain competencies and pursue ongoing professional development.
  • Precept and mentor trainees and colleagues.
• Patient Safety & Quality
  • Promote a culture of safety through proactive communication and system‑based reporting.
  • Demonstrate shared accountability for safe, high‑quality care.
  • Utilize advanced assessment skills to manage a cohort of patients, perform and document daily assessments, collect and analyze data, and formulate family‑centered plans of care.
  • Perform any advanced procedures listed in the Scope of Practice Document and approved as part of the credentialing process.
  • Evaluate and monitor the effectiveness of the prescribed treatment plan, modifying it based on evidence and patient/family response.
  • Serve as an educational resource to the patient/family, nursing staff, and provider team, acting as a consultant to multidisciplinary health‑care team members.
  • Participate in research and education, maintain required competencies, identify learning needs, and seek educational offerings. Mentor colleagues and act as a preceptor.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to patient safety by speaking up about safety issues and changing practice to enhance safety; share errors or potential errors through system reporting mechanisms; demonstrate shared accountability for safe practice.

Education

• Master's Degree Nursing Required
• Master's Degree – Physician Assistant Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) – Pennsylvania State Licensing Board – upon hire – Required
• Registered Nurse (New Jersey) – New Jersey State Licensing Board – upon hire – Required
• Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) (Pennsylvania) – Pennsylvania State Licensing Board – upon hire – Required
• Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) (New Jersey) – New Jersey State Licensing Board – upon hire – Required
• Prescriptive Authority (Pennsylvania) – Pennsylvania State Licensing Board – within 3 months – Required
• Prescriptive Authority (New Jersey) – New Jersey State Licensing Board – within 3 months – Required
• Specialty Certification – as a Nurse Practitioner in area of education/subspecialty – upon hire – Required
• Certified Physician Assistant (PA‑C) (Pennsylvania) – Pennsylvania State Licensing Board – upon hire – Required
• Certified Physician Assistant (PA‑C) (New Jersey) – New Jersey State Licensing Board – upon hire – Required
• Certified Physician Assistant (PA‑C) – National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants – upon hire – Required

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SALARY RANGE

$104,600.00 – $138,600.00 Annually

Salary ranges are shown for full‑time jobs. If you're working part‑time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly. This job is eligible for an incentive program.

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