Oncology Radiation NP – Collaborative Care & Survivorship

Cardinal Health, Inc.; Inglewood (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401k savings plan

Paid time off plan

Health savings account (HSA)

Access to wages before pay day

Job summary

Cardinal Health, Inc. is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our oncology-focused team in the United States.

The role encompasses patient assessments before, during, and after radiation treatment, management of treatment-related side effects, and coordination with medical oncology, surgery, and primary care. The ideal candidate will have an NP degree with board certification, oncology experience, and the appropriate DEA license.

Qualifications

• 0 - 2 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner, preferred
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required
• NP-focused Master’s degree required
• National Nurse Practitioner board certification exam required
• Oncology experience preferred in a clinical setting
• Oncology certification is a plus
• DEA registration and license preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments before, during, and after radiation treatment
• Manage acute and late side effects of radiation therapy and adjust supportive treatments
• Order, interpret, and follow up on labs and imaging
• Conduct on-treatment visits and weekly assessments; inform radiation oncologist of changes
• Participate in new-patient consultations, simulations, and treatment planning
• Educate patients and families on treatment expectations and self-care; obtain informed consent
• Document in EHR and comply with regulatory and billing requirements
• Coordinate care with medical oncology, surgery, primary care, and palliative care
• Respond to patient calls; triage concerns and arrange same-day evaluations
• Participate in tumor boards and quality improvement activities
• Support patient safety through adherence to radiation protection and infection control policies
• Mentor nursing and clinical staff and participate in meetings

Skills

Nurse Practitioner experience

Education

Bachelor's degree of Science in Nursing

NP-focused Masters degree

National Nurse Practitioner board certification exam

Oncology certification

DEA registration and license

Job description

Cardinal Health, Inc. is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our oncology-focused team in the United States.

The role encompasses patient assessments before, during, and after radiation treatment, management of treatment-related side effects, and coordination with medical oncology, surgery, and primary care. The ideal candidate will have an NP degree with board certification, oncology experience, and the appropriate DEA license.