Oncology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Cancer Nursing Today; Connecticut; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Job summary

Hartford Healthcare seeks an Oncology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to deliver advanced oncology care within our Healthcare & Medical Services department in Connecticut. You will collaborate with oncologists and a multidisciplinary team to manage chemotherapy/immunotherapy, survivorship, and palliative care, while educating patients and families.

You will use evidence-based protocols, participate in tumor boards, and contribute to quality initiatives in a compassionate,

Qualifications

• Active CT NP or PA license or eligibility.
• Board certification in APRN or PA-C.
• Oncology certification preferred.
• BLS and ACLS required; ongoing CME in oncology.
• Experience with chemotherapy, immunotherapy and supportive care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive oncology assessments and histories.
• Order, interpret diagnostic tests and imaging.
• Develop and adjust chemotherapy/immunotherapy plans under collaborative practice.
• Prescribe medications and manage treatment-related toxicities.
• Provide symptom management, supportive and palliative care.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses and survivorship care.
• Coordinate care with oncologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists, nurses and ancillary services.
• Document care in the EHR per regulatory standards.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and quality improvements.
• Support clinical trials and evidence-based protocols when applicable.

Skills

Oncology patient assessment

Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy management

Prescriptive authority

EHR documentation

Team-based collaboration

Education

Current CT NP/PA license

National board certification (APRN or PA-C)

Oncology certification preferred

BLS/ACLS certifications

Ongoing CME in oncology

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Hartford Healthcare seeks an Oncology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to deliver advanced oncology care within our Healthcare & Medical Services department. In collaboration with oncologists and a multidisciplinary team, you will conduct assessments, manage chemotherapy and immunotherapy regimens, coordinate survivorship and palliative care, and educate patients and families. You will utilize cutting-edge technologies and evidence-based protocols while contributing to quality initiatives. Our inclusive, team-centered culture emphasizes compassion, professional growth, and innovation in delivering high-quality cancer care to our Connecticut community.

• Conduct comprehensive oncology assessments and histories
• Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests and imaging
• Develop and adjust chemotherapy and immunotherapy care plans under collaborative practice agreements
• Prescribe medications and manage treatment-related toxicities and side effects
• Provide symptom management, supportive, and palliative care in collaboration with the care team
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options, and survivorship care plans
• Coordinate care with oncologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists, nurses, and ancillary services
• Document care in the electronic health record in accordance with regulatory and institutional standards
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and quality improvement initiatives
• Support clinical trials and adherence to evidence-based oncology protocols when applicable

• Oncology patient assessment
• Chemotherapy and immunotherapy management
• Prescriptive authority and pharmacology
• Management of treatment-related toxicities
• Palliative and supportive care
• Central line and infusion therapy management
• Diagnostic imaging and lab interpretation
• Electronic health record (EHR) documentation
• Oncology clinical pathways and protocols
• Patient and family education in oncology

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k

• Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in CT (or eligibility)
• National board certification as an APRN (e.g., AANP/ANCC) or PA-C
• Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) or comparable oncology certification preferred
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• Ongoing CME in oncology/hematology