Inpatient Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner

Where You'll Work

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Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.


We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center at St. Joseph's, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph's is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital's patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph's.

U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital.


St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies.

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Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Inpatient Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner, you will help adult inpatient oncology and hematology patients receive comprehensive, specialized care from diagnosis through treatment and palliative support.

In this role, you will deliver direct patient care within the inpatient setting, specializing in oncology and hematology. You will perform comprehensive assessments, order and interpret diagnostic studies, formulate treatment plans in collaboration with oncologists, manage acute medical complications, provide compassionate palliative care, educate patients and families, and meticulously document all clinical findings and interventions.

To be successful in this role, you must be a licensed Nurse Practitioner (FNP and/or Adult/Geriatric NP) with a strong clinical background in hematology/oncology, exceptional skills in patient assessment and treatment management, and a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary team care within a high-acuity environment.

• Flexible schedule: Choose between 4 longer days or 5 standard days with no weekends
• Patient care: Provide comprehensive assessments for adult inpatient oncology and hematology patients, including history and physical exams, diagnostic study orders and interpretation, and formulation of treatment plans in collaboration with attending physicians
• Treatment management: Prescribe appropriate treatments, medications, and therapies in accordance with established protocols and in collaboration with the attending oncologist
• Interdisciplinary cCollaboration: Work closely with physicians, specialists, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare team members to ensure seamless, holistic care for patients
• Acute medical management: Manage complications and acute medical issues related to cancer treatment, including toxicities, infections, and palliative care needs
• Palliative and end-of-life care: Provide compassionate palliative care, including symptom management and end-of-life care coordination, as appropriate
• Patient education: Educate patients and their families about cancer treatments, side effects, self-management strategies, and advance care planning
• Consultation and communication: Consult with specialty physicians regarding changes in patient condition, diagnostic results, and treatment recommendations
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, ensuring comprehensive documentation of patient assessments, treatment plans, and follow-up care

We are offering a competitive compensation package, full benefits, CME allowance, and malpractice. We also offer a retirement plan with employer match. Qualified candidates may also be eligible for student loan repayment.

Job Requirements

Required

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Nursing, with a certification as a Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner)
• Active or eligible license in the state of Arizona
• Hematology/oncology experience required either as a NP or as a nurse

Preferred

• OCN or AOCNP preferred, but not required