JOB SUMMARY

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing comprehensive care to patients who have a diagnosis of cancer or a hematologic disorder in the outpatient setting, in collaboration with medical oncologists in the practice.

PRINCIPLE FUNCTIONS includes the following, other duties may be assigned:

Maintains efficient clinic workflow. Assesses client for education needs.

Provides education regarding.

health promotion symptom management including disease process. chemotherapy regimens medications, prevention and recognition of complications and self-care Functions within limit and scope of Nurse Practice Act Within the cancer and infusion care setting: Perform initial and ongoing assessment of patients’ medical, physical, and psychosocial status. Identify medical and health risks and needs as it relates to the patient. Formulate the appropriate differential diagnosis based on the history, physical examination, and clinical findings. Order appropriate diagnostic tests. Prescribe pharmacologic agents. Interpret appropriate diagnostic tests. Provide patients, family, and caregiver education. Collaborate with and make appropriate referrals to other health care professionals. Formulate and implement treatment plans. Listens to clients and families and offers reassurance and emotional support. Respects dignity of client and maintains confidentiality of records and verbal communications. Provides telephone triage, facilitates referrals, and uses assessment skills and clinic protocols to respond to medical questions from clients. Maintains accurate patient records. Records care and teaching provided; assessment of client response and/or understanding. Maintains health and safety standards within the clinic environment, including quality control, infection control, management of hazardous materials and security.

JOB KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Completion of accredited Master of Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Program.                           

Training and Experience

One (1) year experience as an NP preferred. Experience working with oncology/hematology patients preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Active WA State NP License required. Current BLS certification required. Active unrestricted DEA license required. Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) certification preferred. Successful completion of Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) certification within 2 years required if not previously obtained. Once obtained, certification must be maintained.   Benefit Information and Wage Transparency: WhidbeyHealth Employees who work a 0.5 FTE or higher are categorized as, “benefit eligible”.

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Wage Range: $125,000 - $140,000 - Sign-On Incentive up to $20K