Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Inpatient Hematology Oncology

Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant - Inpatient Hematology Oncology

The successful applicant will be an Advanced Practice Provider interested in working full-time in the care of patients undergoing blood and marrow transplantation (BMT) and CAR-T cellular therapy (CT). The APP will join a busy and thriving Hematology Oncology Division. This position will work in an inpatient setting at night.

Location: Charleston, South Carolina

Position Type: Full Time

Employer: MUSC Physicians (MUSCP)

Job Description Summary:

The Advanced Practice Provider will provide direct care to patients through the following activities: Takes comprehensive history and performs physical examinations; Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline; Performs the following therapeutic procedures in accordance with procedural privileges, skill and proficiency as approved by the Clinical Division Chief; Initiates referrals to other health care provides, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician; Documents and bills for direct care provided; Utilizes current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice; Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research; Participates in and supports accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of the organization; Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education; Potential to precept students at MUSC enrolled as an advanced practice provider student; and facilitates the learning of other new team members.

Additional Job Description:

Physical Requirements: Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift, lower, push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (+/-) unassisted, exert up to 50 lbs of force, lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.