Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner - UVMMC

Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner - UVMMC

Job Details

Job Ref:

R0085802

Category:

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Health Care Partner:

University of Vermont Medical Center

Location:

111 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05401

Department:

Hematology/Oncology

Job Type:

Regular

Primary Shift:

Day-8-10hr

Hours:

Hours per Week:

40

Weekend Needs:

Rotating

Pay Rate:

$64.00 - $87.73 per hour

This is a bargaining union position.

Summary

University of Vermont Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our outpatient Hematology and Oncology team at the University of Vermont Medical Center (UVMMC).

This NP will support a specialized oncology practice and focus primarily on solid tumor oncology. Seeing approximately 10 – 12 patients per clinic shift, the NP will conduct pre-treatment and long-term follow-up visits and manage symptoms associated with chemotherapy treatments. As a member of the Hematology/Oncology team, some coverage for infusion therapies may be required at times.

Consistent with the values of UVM Health, this NP will always practice with the highest standards of patient-centered care.

Schedule

• This is a full-time 1.0 FTE exempt position that will be working primarily Monday – Friday during daytime outpatient hours (8am – 6pm). There is some flexibility for scheduling per NP preference.

• Rotating weekend infusion coverage is shared among all APPs and is anticipated to be required approximately once every two months.

Experience

Ideal candidates will have 2+ years clinical NP oncology experience. New NP graduates with experience caring for oncology patients in previous positions, clinical rotation(s) in oncology, and a demonstrated interest in specializing in solid tumor oncology may be considered. Success in this position will require extensive knowledge of disease processes, chemotherapy administration, symptom management, supportive care, and patient education.

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree required; master’s or doctorate degree preferred.

• Current (or eligible) unencumbered Vermont State licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) required

• Current (or eligible) unencumbered New York State licensure as an APRN desired

About Burlington, Vermont

Burlington and the surrounding region offer an exceptional quality of life, with easy access to the Lake Champlain waterfront, abundant four-season outdoor recreation including skiing, hiking, and biking, a vibrant arts and culture scene, strong schools and family friendly communities, and a thriving local food and farm-to-table environment. The area consistently ranks among the best places to live in the United States for its unique blend of natural beauty, safety, and community-oriented lifestyle.

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