Identifies and addresses treatment-related toxicities and complications in accordance with established protocols.
Collaborates with physicians regarding complex clinical issues and treatment modifications.
Orders, Prescribes, and Monitors Therapies
Orders and interprets diagnostic tests, laboratory studies, and imaging as clinically indicated.
Prescribes medications and supportive care interventions in accordance with state regulations, institutional policies, and collaborative practice agreements.
Monitors patient response to chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and supportive medications.
Provides symptom management for pain, nausea, fatigue, anemia, infection risk, and other cancer-related concerns.
Provides Patient and Family Education
Educates patients and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, potential side effects, symptom management, and survivorship care.
Reinforces treatment adherence and promotes informed decision-making.
Assesses patient understanding and identifies barriers to care.
Assists with Patient Triage and Acute Care Needs
Participates in the assessment and triage of patient concerns, treatment-related symptoms, and urgent clinical issues.
Determines appropriate interventions and level of care, including outpatient management, emergency evaluation, or hospitalization when necessary.
Supports efficient clinic operations while maintaining high standards of patient safety and quality care.