The
Medical College of Wisconsin'sDepartment of Medicine, Division of Hematology and Oncology is seeking a
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide primary or specialty medical care within defined scope of practice under the supervision of a licensed physician and in accordance with MCW/FMLH/CHW policies and procedures. This position is located at Froedtert Clinical Cancer Center.
The
Advanced Practice Provider (APP) works as part of a multidisciplinary health care team, providing a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic services for the patients of the outpatient services as a member of the Department of Medicine/Division of Hematology and Oncology.
The APP will have a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and ensure an environment of safe quality care.
In this role you will be responsible for the following:- Collaborates with interdisciplinary health care teams in diagnosis and treatment of conditions requiring Hematology/Oncology intervention in outpatient environment as a member of the HemOnc outpatient service.
- Writes accurate and timely progress notes, procedure notes, and/or admission and transfer orders.
- Order, perform, and interpret screening and diagnostic procedures and tests, and appropriately communicates and documents information.
- Privileged to perform procedures beyond core as identified by the Hematology/Oncology services.
- Facilitates and communicates with patient, family and staff to promote continuity of care across the continuum of care.
- Attend required training and meets key regulatory requirements, including those of the privileging institution, CMS, and the Joint Commission.
- Evaluates quality outcomes for the patients receiving care of this team through participation in the development of quality indicators and outcomes dashboard.
- Acquires information on the most current development and trends in the Physician Assistant field and/or Nurse Practitioner field, through educational programs, in-services, professional associates, and current literature.
- Participates in ongoing clinical research projects related to the field of hematology/oncology.
Core Advanced Practice Responsibilities:- Performs comprehensive histories and physical exams, identifies normal and abnormal findings, including physical, cognitive and psychosocial status.
- Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests.
- Develops pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans.
- Monitors effectiveness of plan of care.
- Educates patients on disease and treatment plans.
- Performs procedures as trained and appropriately credentialed.
- Documents within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and completes other necessary documents.
- Collaborates and/or consults with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate.
- Educates, counsels, and assists patients and families regarding current health problems, health maintenance activities and preventive behaviors.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate changing business needs.
Learn more about: MCW APPs
Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Formal applications are preferred but nominations and communication of interest, including current Resume/CV and optional a cover letter stating reasons for interest in the role, may be submitted to: Emily Roth, APP Recruiter, [email protected]Learn more: All Available APP Opportunities
Preferred Schedule: Scheduling flexibility required to provide for an appropriate level of patient care coverage. May require evening or weekend hours in the future based on business needs. Monday- Friday, 8:00-5:00
Position Requirements:
Preferred Experience: Five-year experience as a Physician Assistant/ Nurse Practitioner with at least 1-2 years in a clinic or hospital environment working with oncology patients.
Minimum Education: Master's Degree or higher in Nursing
Advanced Practice Nurse: Master's Degree or higher in Nursing
Physician Assistant: Bachelor's Degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies
Minimum Requirements: Zero years of experienced required
Advanced Practice Nurse Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner - Wisconsin Advance Practice Nurse Prescriber License
- Certification as Advance Practice Nurse
- Certification as Adult Care NP and/or Acute Care NP preferred
- CITI Certification to be completed within 90 days of hire
- ACLS Certification required or to be completed within 90 days of hire
Physician Assistant- CITI Certification to be completed within 90 days of hire
- ACLS Certification required
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