Surgical Oncology ARNP - Breast

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 125,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fringe benefits package

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement plan contributions

Job summary

The University of Iowa is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner) to join the breast health team. The NP will manage an independent outpatient clinic, deliver evidence-based care for benign breast disease, high-risk patients, and breast cancer survivorship, and coordinate treatment plans with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include conducting histories and exams, planning treatments, educating patients and families, and participating in quality improvement and

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate degree from accredited Nursing program with Primary Care or Acute Care certification.
• Active ARNP and RN license with board certification in Iowa.
• Active DEA license or eligibility to apply upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, effective patient care for promotion of health and treatment of disease.
• Develop and implement outpatient treatment plans with the multidisciplinary team.
• Document histories, physicals, and interval notes for accurate billing.
• Educate patients and families about treatment plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical decision making

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Nursing

Job description

The Department of Surgery intends to hire one candidate from either the ARNP (REQ# 26005450) or Physician Associate (REQ# ) posting based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.

The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner) functions as an independent healthcare provider within a multidisciplinary breast health team, delivering comprehensive, evidence-based care to patients with benign breast disease, elevated breast cancer risk, and breast cancer survivorship needs. This role manages an independent outpatient clinic, providing assessment, diagnosis, treatment, care coordination, patient education, and long-term follow-up for patients with acute and chronic breast health concerns. Working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, administrators, and academic partners, the Advanced Practice Provider develops and implements individualized treatment plans, promotes health and disease prevention, and supports quality improvement, education, and research initiatives. The position requires advanced clinical expertise, strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills, and a commitment to providing safe, compassionate, and high-quality patient care in accordance with professional standards, institutional policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Position Responsibilities

Provide patient care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the promotion of health, prevention of illness, and treatment of disease.

Develop and implement outpatient treatment plan with the multidisciplinary team.

Ability to write history and physical and interval notes in an accurate and concise manner with documentation for appropriate billing.

Procedures in accordance with privileging process will be dictated by clinical practice.

Education of patients and family, resident and medical students, nursing staff regarding treatment plan.

Evaluate and develop a treatment plan within a multidisciplinary team for patients in the Breast Cancer Survivorship program, those at high risk for breast cancer, and the Benign Breast Disease clinic, as well as manage acute and chronic diagnoses with and independent of staff physicians.

Medical and Clinical Knowledge

Perform a comprehensive history and physical at appropriate billing level.

Evaluate and interpret pertinent lab and imaging studies.

Possess working knowledge of appropriate pharmacology, antibiotic stewardship, and opioid prescriptive practices.

Participate and meet or exceed metrics for OPPE as set forth by Iowa Health Care Chief Medical Officer and Department of Surgery.

Practice-Based Learning and Improvement

Participation in Quality Assurance and research endeavors.

Development and implementation of clinical guideline protocols and educational materials.

Participation in educational and multidisciplinary rounds and conferences.

Interprofessional and Communication Skills

Demonstrate respect when communicating with staff, patients, family, and visitors.

Professionalism

Support the vision, mission, and core values of Iowa Healthcare.

Comply with the Code of Ethical Behavior, organizational and Departmental policies.

Comply with Departmental guidelines for hours of work.

Meet national and state Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant continuing education requirements.

Systems-Based Practice

Demonstrate an understanding of the contexts and systems in which health care is provided, and the ability to apply this knowledge to improve and optimize health care.

Percent of Time: 50%

Schedule: 20 hours per week or 40 hours per 2-week pay period

Location: UI Main Campus

Pay Grade: 11

Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits/employee-benefits

Required Qualifications

Master's or Doctorate degree from accredited Nursing program with Primary Care or Acute Care certification.

Must comply with registration and licensure requirements as specified by the State of Iowa.

Active Advance Registered Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse license with active board certification in the state of Iowa.

Active DEA license or ability to apply for such license upon hire.

Desired Qualifications

Two or more years of experience in Surgery or Oncology.

Extensive knowledge of physical assessment, differential diagnosis, pathophysiology, pharmacology, management of patients at high risk for breast cancer and benign breast disease associated diagnoses.

Ability to function with a high degree of independence in a collaborative and multidisciplinary team providing care for highly complex patients.

Possess the requisite knowledge and clinical skills to provide care to the adult and geriatric population.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to prioritize workflow.

Ability and willingness to learn and assist with patients at high risk for breast cancer and benign breast disease procedures and management.

Experience with data and quality management projects.

Current ACLS certification.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Advanced Reg Nurse Prac
• Schedule: Part-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Equal opportunity employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .

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