Inpatient Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner

At Tufts Medicine, you’ll make an impact and build your career, alongside a community of brilliant, compassionate colleagues. Every member of our team plays an essential role in delivering healthcare that is accessible, empowering and centered on what matters most: the patient 

 Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital and LGH Cancer Care Associates are seeking a full-time Inpatient Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our collaborative team caring for hospitalized patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions. 

This is an exciting opportunity to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care in the inpatient setting, working closely with Hematology/Oncology physicians, hospitalists, nurses and other members of the multidisciplinary care team. The NP will play an integral role in evaluating and managing hospitalized patients, coordinating treatment plans, addressing acute clinical needs, and facilitating safe and timely transitions of care.   

If you are passionate about caring for patients with complex medical needs and want to make a meaningful difference throughout their cancer treatment journey, we invite you to join our team. 

A Predictable Schedule That Supports Work-Life Balance: 

Enjoy a rewarding inpatient clinical role with a consistent schedule that supports both your professional goals and personal well-being. 

• Monday–Friday Schedule: Work five days per week in a hospital-based inpatient setting (8a-5p). 

• No Weekend Call: Enjoy your weekends without scheduled call responsibilities. 

• No Weeknight Call: No weeknight call responsibilities, allowing you to maintain a predictable schedule outside of work. 

• No Observed Holiday Responsibilities: Enjoy time away from work on observed holidays. 

About LGH Cancer Care Associates: 

LGH Cancer Care Associates is an established Hematology/Oncology practice in Lowell, MA, dedicated to providing exceptional cancer care to the Greater Lowell community. Our specialists combine advanced treatment options, nationally recognized expertise, and a compassionate, personalized approach to care for the whole patient. 

Our team includes five full-time physicians and eight Advanced Practice Clinicians, creating a collaborative environment where APCs are valued partners in delivering high-quality care.  

Comprehensive Hematology and Oncology Services: Our team encompasses a broad range of specialties and services, including medical oncology, benign hematology, breast health, gynecologic oncology, surgical oncology, and clinical genetics. Through our integrated approach, we work to ensure patients receive coordinated care across the continuum, from diagnosis and treatment through hospitalization and recovery. 

Multidisciplinary Collaboration: You will collaborate with Hematology/Oncology physicians, hospitalists, nursing teams, and specialists across the hospital to address complex patient needs.  Our integrated network, including our relationship with Tufts Medical Center, supports access to specialized expertise and coordinated treatment planning.  

Academics: Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital offers the opportunity to pursue an academic appointment within Tufts University School of Medicine, with a wide variety of teaching and educational activities for those interested in advancing their academic and professional development.   

Advanced Treatment and Innovative Research: Our team provides access to advanced treatment options, including targeted radioligand therapy and targeted tumor therapies, as well as innovative clinical trials across multiple cancer types.  You will have the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of evolving, evidence-based treatment that help improve patient outcomes.  

Responsibilities:   

As an Inpatient Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner, you will be an integral member of the hospital-based care team, providing clinical assessment, management, and coordination of care for patients requiring inpatient hematology and oncology services. 

Responsibilities include: 

• Perform comprehensive assessments and evaluations of hospitalized patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions. 

• Conduct inpatient rounds and collaborate with Hematology/Oncology physicians and other members of the care team to develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans. 

• Manage acute clinical concerns and treatment-related complications, including symptom management and supportive care needs, within the scope of practice. 

• Monitor patient progress, assess response to treatment, and identify changes in clinical status requiring intervention. 

• Coordinate diagnostic evaluations, consultations, and treatment plans with appropriate hospital-based specialists and services. 

• Collaborate with nursing, pharmacy, case management, and other healthcare professionals to support safe, effective, and coordinated patient care. 

• Provide education and support to patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, symptom management, and ongoing care needs. 

• Facilitate discharge planning and transitions of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, promoting continuity between inpatient and outpatient Hematology/Oncology services. 

• Communicate effectively with outpatient providers to support timely follow-up and reduce gaps in care following hospitalization. 

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and practice development activities that promote patient safety, clinical excellence, and an exceptional patient experience. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. 

• Current Massachusetts Nurse Practitioner licensure.  

• Hematology/Oncology experience through prior advanced practice experience. 

• Current CPR Certification. 

• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.  

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines. 

• A commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care and an exceptional patient experience. 

Apply: Please submit application/CV via this job post or email CV directly to David Rezendes, Physician Recruiter, at [email protected].  

About Tufts Medicine:  

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network.   

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.   

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.  

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. 

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. 

Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth, one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. 

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

Pay Range:

$124,800.00 - $156,000.00

based on full-time equivalent