Outpatient Oncology NP/PA — Chemo Education & Survivorship

LCMC Health; Marrero (LA); Vor Ort; USD 110.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

LCMC Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant for outpatient Medical Oncology in Marrero, LA. The role focuses on comprehensive medical care, symptom management, survivorship, and coordinated care with supervising physicians.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, treatment planning, chemotherapy education visits, and thorough documentation. Oncology experience and BLS certification are preferred to support high-quality, patient-centered care.

Qualifikationen

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant Studies.
• Current LA NP or PA licensure.
• National NP certification (ANCC or AANP).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association.
• Oncology experience preferred (outpatient oncology highly desirable).
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including histories and physical examinations.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans in collaboration with the medical oncology team.
• Perform billable chemotherapy education visits (Chemo School), ensuring patients and caregivers understand treatment plans and potential side effects.
• Manage follow-up and survivorship visits, addressing long‑term care needs and patient wellness.
• Provide expert symptom management and toxicity assessments, intervening promptly to optimize patient outcomes.
• Coordinate care and support patient navigation across services and specialties.
• Accurately complete clinical documentation and order management in the electronic medical record.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, medications, and supportive care resources.

Ausbildung

Nurse Practitioner license

Physician Assistant license

National NP certification

Jobbeschreibung

LCMC Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant for outpatient Medical Oncology in Marrero, LA. The role focuses on comprehensive medical care, symptom management, survivorship, and coordinated care with supervising physicians.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, treatment planning, chemotherapy education visits, and thorough documentation. Oncology experience and BLS certification are preferred to support high-quality, patient-centered care.