APP Specialty Care - Hematology and Oncology - Kearney

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APP Specialty Care - Hematology and Oncology - Kearney

Position Highlights:

The APP for Heartland Hematology and Oncology in Kearney will be working with a specialty subset of patients as part of a large academic medical center. This position will work closely with the multidisciplinary team in an outpatient setting to provide excellent care to patients with various oncologic and hematologic diagnoses. The APP will be responsible for autonomous clinics, patient triage and procedures. This role may include inpatient consults and rounding at both hospitals in Kearney. The APP will work alongside an outstanding team to ensure current and evidence-based practice. Preferred applicants will have a clinical background in oncology. We are looking for someone who is motivated, autonomous and willing to work hard to ensure quality of care to our patients.

Duties: APP Specialty Care - Hematology and Oncology - Kearney

Provide comprehensive health care to individuals diagnosed with hematological and oncological disorders in an outpatient and/or inpatient setting for medical patients. Diagnose medical conditions, plan and implement interventions, and evaluate patient responses in collaboration with a designated supervising physician. Perform and assist with diagnostic and therapeutic medical and/or surgical procedures. Procedures can include, but are not limited to, administration of intrathecal chemotherapy, bone marrow biopsy and lumbar puncture.

Required Qualifications: APP Specialty Care - Hematology and Oncology - Kearney

Nurse Practitioner
* Master's degree in nursing from an accredited school/college of nursing required.

* Minimum of two years RN experience or equivalent combination of RN and nurse practitioner experience combined (two years of RN experience equals one year of APRN experience) required.

* Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Nebraska or current compact state required.
* Currently licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Practitioner (APRN) required.

* Appropriate certification required based on position, department and population served:

Physician Assistant

* Master's degree from an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant program OR bachelor's degree with ten years of current active Physician Assistant experience and approval from the Director of the Office of Advanced Practice OR if bachelor's degree with less than ten years current active experience sign a written agreement consenting to obtain a Master's degree from an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant program within three years from date of transfer or hire and approval from the Director of the Office of Advanced Practice required.
* Ability to maintain Continuing Medical Education (CME) hours to meet State of Nebraska and NCCPA Certification by the National Commission of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) [Or if new graduate, eligible for certification and certification completed prior to beginning to provide care] required.

* Currently licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Nebraska (or eligible for license prior to beginning to provide care) required.

Both Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant

* Ability to function with autonomy and able to make independent decisions while functioning as part of a comprehensive team required.
* Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written forms required.
* Ability to provide critical thinking and analytical skills required.
* Efficient use of information systems, data processing systems, telecommunication devices, office equipment, and audiovisual teaching/education resources required.
* Ability to comprehend and follow policy, procedure, guidelines and protocols required.
* Flexibility and dedication to team involvement and supporting organizational goals required.

* Familiar with patient care equipment as appropriate to specialty area required.

* Knowledge of health care policy and societal factors affecting the delivery of care required.

* Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) licensure required.
* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association endorsed program upon first renewal.

Adult Inpatient

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association endorsed program upon first renewal

Preferred Qualifications: APP Specialty Care - Hematology and Oncology - Kearney
* Prior experience working in a related health care field as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner preferred.

* Oncology experience preferred.

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Recruiter Contact

Sarah Placzek

splaczek@nebraskamed.com