Oncology Advanced Practitioner

Community Health at Home; London, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI Saint Joseph Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner, Oncology, to deliver direct patient care under physician supervision and to contribute to a multidisciplinary oncology team across the cancer journey.

You will assess, diagnose, and manage complex cancer care needs, develop personalized treatment plans, manage symptoms, educate patients and families, and coordinate care to optimize outcomes within your scope of practice.

Qualifications

• Masters level education in Nursing or Physician Assistant.
• Board certification required.
• Kentucky license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under physician supervision.
• Assess, diagnose and manage oncology patients across the cancer journey.
• Develop personalized treatment plans and manage symptoms.
• Educate patients and families and provide emotional support.
• Coordinate care within a multidisciplinary team.

Education

Masters degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant

Board certified

Kentucky license

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Nurse Practitioner, Oncology, you will be responsible for utilizing training and skills to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a physician.

Every day, you will apply your specialized expertise to assess, diagnose, and manage the complex care needs of oncology patients throughout their cancer journey, from diagnosis and treatment to survivorship or palliative care. This involves conducting comprehensive assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, managing symptoms, and providing crucial education and emotional support to patients and their families, all within a multidisciplinary team.

To be successful in your role, you will meticulously provide direct patient care, utilizing your specialized training and skills to assess, diagnose, and manage oncology patients under physician supervision. You will demonstrate exceptional clinical proficiency and a compassionate approach, ensuring comprehensive care coordination and optimal patient outcomes within your scope of practice.

Job Requirements

Required

• Masters level of education in either Nursing or Physician Assistant
• No required years of experience
• Board certified
• Kentucky license

Where You'll Work

CHI Saint Joseph Health supports 5000 active employees, 8 hospitals, specialty clinics, and a Medical Group with more than 200 locations across Central and Eastern KY. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.