Nurse Practitioner - Phoenix, United States - Arizona Center for Cancer Care

Arizona Center for Cancer Care

Verified Company

Phoenix, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

The nurse practitioner manages all aspects of the patients care as pertains to comprehensive assessment, ordering, and overseeing the management of conventional chemotherapy and support of clinical services.

It is important that a friendly, caring, courteous, and professional attitude is displayed at all times as this person has front-line contact with patients and families.

Duties and responsibilities

Provide collaborative comprehensive care to oncology patients. Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care for patient's specific needs
Assesses data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interprets information relative to the patient's needs. Initiates and documents appropriate interactions with patients and consulting physicians. Coordinates patient care and complete of documentation in a timely manner according to company policy
Provides Education to meet patient/family needs
Assists physicians and performs procedures as needed
Ability to order and interpret diagnostic test
Evaluates laboratory results and prepares for change of treatment based on laboratory results
Develop and implement treatment plans. Assist with clinical staff education
Prescribe and dispense medication in accordance with state and federal regulations
Monitor and assess effectiveness of therapeutic therapies
Knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements
Serve as Education & Drug Information resource to patients, billing personnel, and clinical staff
Communicates well with patients, medical staff, and coworkers; maintains an environment of caring, concern, and support
Possesses ability to manage multiple patient treatments in a fast paced environment
Keeps the Director of Clinical Services informed of any significant information and/or patient issues
Manage after hours care, including weekend and evenings as requested by supervising physician
Communicate verbally either in person or by phone or text to the supervising physician to optimize patient care
Electronic health record documentation to be completed within 24 hours of the patient visit
Performs other duties/special projects as assigned.

Qualifications/Education Requirements

Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing and nurse practitioner program. Must have a certification as a nurse practitioner by an approved certifying organization
Good knowledge of medicine as related to medical examination, health history, the development of working diagnoses, and other areas as appropriate to the specific service provided
Oncology Certified Nurse certification (OCN)
Minimum 2 years oncology experience as a NP
Computer experience with EMR knowledge
Excellent work ethic, including integrity, positive attitude, productive, organized, treats leadership with respect, excellent attendance, continuously learning and willing to ask for help
Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a detail oriented, fastpaced setting

Licensure/Certification
Must have a certification as a nurse practitioner by an approved certifying organization

Must have Advanced Practice Certificate

Must have active BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Must have Prescribing and Dispensing Certificate in AZ

Oncology Certified Nurse Certification (OCN)

Working conditions/ Physical requirements
Medical office setting

Moderate noise levels from medical setting and equipment

Standing for long periods of time

Ability to see details at close range

Ability to listen and understand information through spoken words and sentences

Ability to read and understand information in writing

Ability to communicate information in speaking so others will understand

Daily uses of hands to type, file, and write/sign documents

Minimum lifting requirements of 25 pounds in order to transfer equipment, help patients with positioning, and pack/unpack supplies

Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes in order to assist patients