Nurse Practitioner- Oncology

Nurse Practitioner

Medical Oncology Associates of San Diego is a proud partner of One Oncology's network of the nation's leading oncology practices.

Why Join Us? We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to support the meaningful work of community oncologists and the patients we serve.

Objective: The Nurse Practitioner provides direct and indirect patient care reflecting initiative, flexibility, and responsibility indicative of professional expectation with a minimum of supervision.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Effectively assessing routine follow up patients as well as add-ons, with an average schedule load of 8-12 patients per day. Ordering and interpreting appropriate laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures. Communicating with providers as warranted. Completing notes and charges in a timely manner.
• Facilitating refills of specialty medications such as Capecitabine, Palbociclib, Ibrutinib, etc. as well as prescriptions for controlled substances.
• Frequently manage bone density of patients for physicians.
• Assist nursing staff with patient's infusion/allergy reactions.
• Manage your own inbox including patient questions, prescription refills, etc.
• Manage physician inboxes when physicians are out of office.
• Authorizations and registrations into Lenalidomide/Pomalidomide or other REMS program.
• Handles emergency situations with skill and accuracy, while maintaining a calm demeanor.
• Ensures all aspects of patient care are performed in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical / health care errors. This includes but is not limited to adjusting treatment orders as indicated or agreed upon by practice physicians.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.
• Provides an interdisciplinary approach to patient care by effectively consulting with other health team members / departments.
• Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops. Shows initiative for professional practice and pursuing ongoing education.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Experience, Qualifications/Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current California RN License, Nurse Practitioner and Furnishing certification.
• CPR certification required.
• Current DEA License or willing to obtain within one month of hire.
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in outpatient oncology setting.
• OCN Certification, required
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Strong pharmacology knowledge including drug names and available dosage forms.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in computer processing functions and other standard office equipment.
• Ability to calmly and professionally resolve patient issues with diplomacy and tact.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills.

Working Conditions:

• This position functions primarily indoors in a medical / business environment. Employee may be exposed to blood borne pathogens, radiation, bio waste and other medically-related factors, with exposure to moderate noise levels.
• Visual acuity to read and compute screen and paper documents; close and distance vision, peripheral vision depth perception, ability to adjust focus; hearing acuity to converse with staff and customers; ability to walk, stoop, bend, kneel, and lift and move 25 pounds on a regular basis; ability to sit for hours at a time . Employee will be exposed to moderate noise levels, interruptions, and occasionally asked to work evening and weekends as needed.

Travel:

Travel between local offices when necessary.

Pay: Starting at $140,000/year