The US Oncology Network

Supports independent oncology practices, patient care

Advanced Practice Provider - Oncology

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Full-timeNashville, TN, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

For Nurse Practitioner applicants, a Master of Science in Nursing from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program are required.
For Nurse Practitioner applicants, a minimum of 3 years of experience as a practicing Nurse Practitioner is typically required.
For Nurse Practitioner applicants, current registered nurse state licensure and registration with the State Board of Nursing in the practicing state, as well as current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner, are required.
For Nurse Practitioner applicants, current basic life support or cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification is required.
For Physician Assistant applicants, a current state license as a Physician Assistant in the practicing state and successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program are required.
For Physician Assistant applicants, current certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants is required.
For Physician Assistant applicants, a minimum of 3 years of experience as a practicing Physician Assistant is typically required.
For Physician Assistant applicants, current basic life support or cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification is required.
The role requires knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
The role requires the ability to perform the physical functions described, including handling and lifting patients, standing and walking for extensive periods, and occasionally lifting and carrying items up to 40 pounds.
The role requires corrected vision and hearing to the normal range.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
Initiate and document appropriate interventions, evaluate and record patient and family responses, and prescribe therapies as indicated.
Perform procedures with minimal supervision.
Assess patient and family needs and provide education.
Promote wellness and recommend community resources to meet patient and family needs.
Incorporate evidence-based research into clinical practice as appropriate.
Complete patient charge capture and medical record documentation in a timely manner.
Provide case management for patients and their families as needed.
Provide nursing staff with information being studied in clinical trials as a resource when appropriate.
Provide palliative care for patients and their families as needed.
Promote or provide staff education as appropriate.
Mentor new advanced practice providers and precept advanced practice provider students as appropriate.
Maintain compliance with OSHA, applicable regulatory standards, and the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Desired Qualifications

For Nurse Practitioner applicants, oncology experience is preferred.
For Nurse Practitioner applicants, Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner certification is preferred.
For Physician Assistant applicants, oncology experience is preferred.

Overview

SCRI Oncology Partners, located in Nashville, Tenn., is a dedicated cancer treatment center led by globally recognized oncologists with disease expertise in cancer care and clinical research. This center offers patients state-of-the art personalized cancer care and opportunities to participate in clinical trials with innovative treatments. The practice conducts clinical trials through their affiliation with Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a global leader in oncology research that has been offering and managing clinical trials in the community for over 30 years. Since its inception, SCRI has contributed to pivotal research that has helped advance the majority of new cancer therapies approved by the FDA today.

Why Work for Us?

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes -

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company-paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Coverage
401k plan with company contribution
Wellness program that rewards you practicing a healthy lifestyle
Employee Assistance Program and Discount Program to some of your favorite retailers
Free Parking
Career Growth and Development
Supportive Team and Resources

SCOPE:

The Oncology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) functions under physician supervision or in direct collaboration with practice physicians to deliver comprehensive care to individuals, families, and patient groups affected by cancer or related diagnoses.

Responsibilities span the full continuum of oncology care, encompassing prevention, screening, patient management, and research. Depending on the needs of the practice, this role may serve in various capacities, including direct patient caregiver, healthcare consultant, patient educator, administrator, or researcher. The APP is expected to maintain compliance with OSHA and all applicable regulatory standards while upholding the US Oncology Compliance Program, including its Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care for patients
Initiates and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient/family response and prescribes therapies as indicated
Performs procedures with minimal supervision
Assesses patient/family needs and provides education
Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs
Often incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice
Solid knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
Completes patient charge capture and medical record documentation in a timely fashion
Likely to provide case management for patients and their families
Sometimes serves as a resource for nursing staff by providing information being studied in clinical trials
May provide palliative care for the patient and their families as needed
May promote/provide staff education
May mentor new advanced practice providers
May precept APP students
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Nurse Practitioner:

Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program
This position typically requires a minimum of 3 years of experience as a practicing Nurse Practitioner, preferably in Oncology
RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state. Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner. AOCNP preferred
Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.

Physician Assistant:

Current state license as a Physician Assistant in practicing state. Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Current NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) certification.
This position typically requires a minimum of 3 years of experience as a practicing Physician Assistant, preferably in Oncology.
Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination
Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time
Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs
Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment

About the Company

The US Oncology Network

Supports independent oncology practices, patient care

The US Oncology Network coordinates a nationwide group of independent oncology practices to deliver cancer care close to home. It provides local physicians with clinical and business support, including access to advanced technologies and shared resources, so they can offer comprehensive, value-based treatment in community settings. By pooling expertise and capabilities, the Network helps independent practices operate more efficiently and sustainably while maintaining physician autonomy. Its goal is to improve patient outcomes and physician satisfaction by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care through a scalable, practice-centric platform.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Upper Merion Township, Pennsylvania
Founded: 1999

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