Tucson Medical Center

Nurse Practitioner-Tucson Oncology

Tucson Medical Center$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited program.
  • Current RN state licensure and registration with the State Board of Nursing.
  • State licensure as a Nurse Practitioner, with AOCNP preferred.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification required.
  • Experience in oncology as an RN or NP preferred, but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

  • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
  • Document interventions and respond to patient/family needs with appropriate therapies.
  • Perform procedures and mentor other providers.
  • Educate patients and families about care and resources.
  • Promote wellness and recommend community resources.
  • Integrate evidence-based research into clinical practice.
  • Provide case management and assist with palliative care needs.

Benefits

  • Flexible full-time schedule with a potential part-time option for candidates.
  • Opportunity for leadership roles or mentorship of new advanced practice providers.
  • Involvement in diverse duties such as patient care, research, and education.
  • Work in a supportive team environment with practice physicians and clinical staff.
Full Job Description
We are currently looking for a Nurse Practitioner to work at our Wilmot clinic. Experience in oncology as an RN or NP is a plus, but not required. The ideal candidate would work full time, with 4.5 days per week in clinic. Part time candidates may be considered as long as they have flexible schedules.

Under supervision or in collaboration with practice physicians, involved in the care of individuals, families and patient groups who are dealing
with cancer or other related diagnosis. This care may be in clinic or virtually, via telemedicine. Responsibilities may include duties related to
prevention, screening, patient care, management, and research. May serve as direct caregiver, health care consultant, patient educator,
administrator, or researcher. Ensures compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards and requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care for patients.
- Initiates and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient/family response and prescribes therapies as indicated.
- Performs procedures and /mentors trains other providers
- Assesses patient/family needs and provides education.
- Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
- Consistently incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice.
- In-depth knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
- Completes patient charge capture and medical record documentation in a timely fashion.
- Often provides case management for patients and their families.
- Often serves as a resource for nursing staff by providing information being studied in clinical trials.
- Provides palliative care for the patient and their families as needed.
- As subject matter expert, promotes/provides staff education
- Responsibilities may include rounding at affiliated hospitals and weekend or after-hours calls
- Serves as subject matter expert to the community, providing education and resources as needed
- Likely to supervise the activities of clinical nursing and support staff.
- May serve in practice or network-wide APP leadership role
- May precept APP students
- Mentors new advanced practice providers.
- Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Nurse Practitioner

Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program. RN
state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state. Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner.
AOCNP preferred. Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required.

About Tucson Medical Center

Tucson Medical Center is a non-profit hospital located in Tucson, Arizona. The hospital was founded in 1943 and has since grown to become one of the largest hospitals in the state, with over 600 beds and more than 3,000 employees. Tucson Medical Center is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to its patients, and has a strong reputation for clinical excellence. The hospital offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, surgery, cancer treatment, and more. For more information, visit www.tmcaz.com.
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