Nurse Practitioner- Hematology/Oncology & Infusion Clinic Full Time Days

This full-time day position offers Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants the opportunity to provide comprehensive medical care in a hematology/oncology and infusion clinic setting. You will work collaboratively with a sponsoring physician to manage the medical aspects of patient care through jointly developed protocols, serving patients across the lifespan with acute, chronic, and long-term healthcare needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide general medical care and treatment to patients in the primary care setting
• Perform physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines
• Assess growth and nutritional status of patients appropriately
• Diagnose and treat acute, chronic, and long-term healthcare issues
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient clinical problems and healthcare needs
• Record physical findings and formulate plans and prognosis based on patient condition
• Discuss cases with physicians and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plans
• Prescribe or recommend drugs or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures
• Maintain legible, accurate, and confidential medical records, documenting all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations consistent with regulatory standards
• Approach patients and provide care in a developmentally appropriate manner
• Refer patients to physicians for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment as appropriate
• Order appropriate diagnostic screening tests according to protocol
• Educate patients and families about preventive care, immunizations, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and medications
• Work in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, allowing for consultation, collaboration, or referral
• Share knowledge and skills with colleagues to enhance professional development
• Foster mature professional relationships with fellow employees in a courteous and friendly manner
• Analyze new knowledge from conferences, workshops, professional literature, and hands-on training and assimilate it into clinical practice
• Respectfully use hospital resources and time appropriately, avoiding misuse, abuse, or waste
• Optimize time efficiently and effectively, serving as a role model and resource for others
• Promptly, thoroughly, and accurately record applicable patient charges to ensure appropriate billing of services

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree required
• Nurse Practitioner license in the State of Tennessee
• Active listener with critical thinking skills
• Ability to reflect a professional and caring persona for patients and families

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in pediatric infusions and/or hematology/oncology

Reporting

You will report to the Practice Administrator and Provider.

Physical Requirements

Light lifting, pushing, and pulling of 10-20 lbs occasionally is required, with frequent moving of objects less than 10 lbs. Frequent sitting with some walking, standing, squatting, bending, and reaching is required. Keyboard/computer use and repetitive motions may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.