Oncology Nurse Practitioner

The US Oncology Network Winchester, VA 22601, US

Overview

Job: Oncology Nurse Practitioner

Hours: This position offers a flexible schedule of three days per week, with shifts running Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The specific three working days will be determined in coordination with the physician. In addition to regular shifts, the role includes call responsibilities every eighth week and rotating holiday coverage.

Pay Range: $125,000 - $140,000 yearly. The actual hiring rate may vary based on several factors, including your previous work experience, educational background, the responsibilities of the position, and demonstrated performance. These elements help us ensure a fair and competitive offer aligned with your qualifications and the role's requirements.

Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, generous PTO, clinical profit-sharing, a wellness program, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program (EAP), and retail discounts.

Job Summary: Shenandoah Oncology seeks an Oncology Nurse Practitioner who embodies our RETIC core values: Respect, Excellence, Teamwork, Integrity, and Compassion. Working with physicians, you will provide care to patients and families facing cancer, both in clinic and via telemedicine. Responsibilities include prevention, screening, treatment, and patient education, while ensuring compliance with OSHA and regulatory standards. Join us to deliver exceptional, compassionate care and make a meaningful impact on our community.

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 after appropriate training.
Assesses patient/family needs and provides education.
Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
Incorporates the developing knowledge of evidence-based research into clinical practice.
Developing knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
Completes patient charge capture and medical record documentation in a timely fashion.
May provide case management for patients and their families, given limited knowledge of community resources.
May promote/provide staff education
Responsibilities may include rounding at affiliated hospitals and weekend or after-hour calls.
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program.
This position is entry-level and typically requires a minimum of 0-3 years post MSN experience, preferably in the chosen specialty.
RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
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.

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