DescriptionFLSA Employment Status: Exempt/Salary Nonexempt/Hourly JOB SUMMARY The Oncology Nurse Practitioner functions as an independent healthcare provider who is responsible for providing comprehensive care to both well and ill patients in a primarily outpatient setting. They will demonstrate a high degree of clinical expertise in working with patients with acute and chronic illnesses, specifically patients with Cancer. They are responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, education, health promotion and care coordination for patients and families with acute and chronic health needs. The Nurse Practitioner demonstrates an advanced level of medical/nursing clinical knowledge, communication and interdisciplinary collaboration, professionalism and systems-based practice. They work with administrative, nursing, and physicians to assure safe, effective, quality patient care and to promote HMC's mission. The Nurse Practitioner will provide care within his/her scope of practice as outlined by applicable state law, licensing, regulations, institutional policy and practice agreements. Reporting Structure: Reports to Essential Services Officer MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTSEducationGraduate of an approved Nurse Practitioner ProgramWork ExperienceMust have five (5) years RN nursing experience in an acute care hospital with some advanced nursing work experience preferred, and one (1) year experience as a Oncology Nurse Practitioner. License/CertificationCertified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners or the American Nurses Credentialing Center or bothLicensed by the Tennessee State Board of Nursing and in good standingDEA LicenseCurrent certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)Current certification in Advanced Life Support (ACLS)CORE COMPETENCIES Mission, VisionsCore Values/Standards of ConductAIDET/Organizational ExpectationsSafetyQualityFlexibilityCommunicationsCustomer ServiceDiversity and InclusionFinanceAbuse and Neglect of Adult PatientAbuse and Neglect of Pediatric PatientAcute Coronary Syndrome/Chest Pain ProtocolsBiohazard WasteCC Hand Hygiene ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSOncology Conduct comprehensive or episodic health history and physical assessment of Cancer patients with acute, chronic and/or potential health problems. Establish medical diagnoses. Give counsel to patients of cancer by offering diverse treatment options and informing the patient on the treatment procedures. This is to help their expectations of the days ahead. Identify and provide treatment for health-related cases concerning cancer. Offering emotional assistance to patients of cancer as well as their families by engaging in constant updates on diverse assistant units which can be readily obtainable at the patient's disposal. Provide helpful resources on the patient and patient's families to enhance positive results. Carry patients and their families along on treatment plan, procedures, and possible outcome.Observe and record the patient's progress regularly. Oversee treatment infusions and supportive care needs. Write specific orders within the limits of the practice agreement/scope of practice including chemotherapy. Provide appropriate direction to clinic staff regarding patient care issues. Communicates effectively with referring and primary health care providers. Maintain clinical documentation according to HMC practice. Educates patients and families on treatment plans, wellness care, and survivorship plans May include consultation call responsibility.OTHER DUTIES Follows ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent and unanticipated adverse outcomes. Demonstrates the highest level of accountability for professional practice. Maintains effectiveness where circumstances and priorities are changing. Is flexible, resilient and change oriented. Welcomes and participates in opportunities to advance the mission of HMC through service, scholarship, science and social responsibility. Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, educational opportunities, committees and workgroups as necessary. Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations. Completes required number of continuing medical education (CME) hours for license and certification Maintains a copy of all professional records including current licensure, certification, continuing education, and other appropriate records to practicePHYSICAL DEMANDS Must be able to see with corrective eye wear Must be able to hear clearly with assistance May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases May be in contact with patients under a variety of circumstances Able to handle emergency or crisis situations May be occasionally subject to irregular work hours May be required to wear protective equipment as necessary Ability to perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced environment. Ability to pass all required health and other screening tests including random and reasonable suspicion drug screens.PHYSICAL ABILITIES AND REQUIREMENTSActivityOccasionally (1-33%)Frequently (34% to 66%)Continuously (67% to 100%)Sitting X WalkingX Standing X Bending X SquattingX ClimbingX KneelingX Twisting X LiftingX CarryingX PushingX I, (Print Name) have received a copy of this job description. The following signature indicates that I have read and understand all aspects of the job description, and I assert that I am not aware of any reason that would prevent me from performing all job responsibilities under the conditions described. Further, my signature indicates that, upon accepting employment at HMC, I agree to perform the job duties as listed in this job description and all other duties as required.
