NP - Oncology

Oncology Nurse Practitioner

In accordance with Navajo Nation and federal law, Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation has implemented an Affirmative Action Plan pursuant to the Navajo Preference in Employment Act. Applicants who meet the necessary qualifications for this position and (1) are enrolled members of the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe, or San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe will be given preference in hiring and employment for this position, (2) are legally married to enrolled members of the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe, or San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe and meet residency requirements will be given secondary preference, and (3) are enrolled members of other federally-recognized American Indian Tribes will be given tertiary preference.

Position Summary: This position is a midlevel advanced practice professional who practices under the supervision of the physician to provide direct patient care, patient and family education, psychological support, and survivorship planning from the time of diagnosis throughout the continuum of cancer care. The scope of practice includes performing comprehensive assessments and physical examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic laboratory tests, performing invasive procedures, prescribing medications and treatments, ordering chemotherapy and biotherapy regimens, and conducting health screening and providing patient and family education. The incumbent will serve as an educator, consultant, and liaison to healthcare providers caring for the patients across the continuum of care, which includes inpatient and outpatient services.

Necessary Qualifications: Education: Master of Science in Nursing Licensure/Certification: Must possess a valid, current, full, and unrestricted license to practice as a nurse practitioner in any state within the United States, District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Certification by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). Must maintain a current and valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association (AHA). Must maintain a current and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the American Heart Association (AHA). Must earn the credential of Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) from the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) within one (1) year of hire date.

Credentialing: Must meet additional requirements for credentialing and privileging for membership to the Medical Staff Experience: Four (4) years of successful Nurse Practitioner evaluating and treating patients in adult primary care