Job Description
We are seeking a nurse practitioner or physician assistant that delivers high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals undergoing stem cell transplantation and related hematology/oncology treatments in the observation unit – stem cell. This role focuses on rapid assessment, clinical management, and short-term observation of patients at risk for post-transplant complications. The advanced practice clinician works collaboratively with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to provide evidence-based care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories and physical examinations
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions in stem cell transplant and hematology/oncology patients
- Monitor for and manage complications such as infection, graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), cytokine release syndrome, and treatment-related toxicities
- Order, interpret, and respond to laboratory and diagnostic studies
- Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with scope of practice and institutional protocols
- Coordinate care with hematologists/oncologists, hospitalists, nursing staff, pharmacists, and case management
- Facilitate efficient patient flow, including admissions, observation management, and discharges
- Provide education to patients and families regarding treatment plans, symptom management, and follow-up care
- Ensure adherence to infection prevention protocols for immunocompromised populations
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and implementation of evidence-based practices
Qualifications:
- Master’s or doctorate degree in nursing (MSN or DNP) or a graduate of an accredited physician assistant program
- Current license in the state of practice
- National certification (FNP, AGACNP, AGNP, PA-C)
- Current DEA license and prescriptive authority
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Experience in hematology/oncology, stem cell transplant, or acute care medicine
- Oncology certification (e.g., AOCNP, or oncology-focused PA experience)
- Familiarity with chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and cellular therapies
- Experience in hospital-based or observation unit settings
Key Skills and Competencies:
- Strong clinical judgment and advanced diagnostic skills
- Ability to manage high-acuity, complex patients with a high degree of autonomy
- Excellent interdisciplinary communication and teamwork
- Knowledge of care for immunocompromised patients
- Patient education and counseling expertise
- Flexibility and efficiency in a fast-paced clinical environment
Interested in learning more? Apply today!
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