Oncology Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) — Clinical Leader

Children's National Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's National Medical Center is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA/CNS) in Oncology. The APP will provide age-appropriate, evidence-based care, develop detailed care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate will hold the required NP/PA/ CNS degree, active state licensure, and national certification, with BLS. The role emphasizes leadership, education, and participation in quality improvement within the department.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree Nurse Practitioner; eligibility for medical staff credentialing required.
• Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant degree with eligibility for medical staff credentialing.
• Active licensure in state of practice and national certification as applicable.
• DEA/CDS or equivalent certification as required for prescribing controlled substances.
• Active national certification with governing body (e.g., NCCPA, ANCC, AANPCB).
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, diagnoses, and monitors patient status using evidence-based practice and medical knowledge.
• Develops and implements detailed plan of care; writes orders and prescribes therapy.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality patient care.
• Leads quality improvement initiatives and participates in staff education.
• Acts as clinical resource and mentor for NP, CNS, or PA students.
• Participates in departmental and organizational projects to advance practice.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Written and verbal communication

Clinical knowledge

Education

Master’s Degree Nurse Practitioner

Master’s or Doctoral degree for NP

Master’s or Doctoral degree for PA

Job description

Children's National Medical Center is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA/CNS) in Oncology. The APP will provide age-appropriate, evidence-based care, develop detailed care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate will hold the required NP/PA/ CNS degree, active state licensure, and national certification, with BLS. The role emphasizes leadership, education, and participation in quality improvement within the department.