Oncology Nurse Practitioner, UCM Medical Group
Oncology Nurse Practitioner, UCM Medical Group
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$ 100000 - 140000
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Oncology Nurse Practitioner Job UCM Medical Group
Join a patient centered collegial supportive and friendly team whose mission is to provide superior health care in a compassionate manner ever mindful of each patients dignity and individuality. UChicago Medicine Medical Group takes pride supporting motivated providers in delivering outstanding care in the community.
UChicago Medicine Medical Group seeks a compassionate and highly skilled Oncology Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our dedicated oncology team in Harvey Illinois. The ideal candidate will provide expert care to cancer patients including diagnosis treatment planning symptom management and patient education. This role involves working closely with oncologists nurses and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive cancer care at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial.
Oncology Nurse Practitioner Role and Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments including patient history and physical exams.
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions related to oncology.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with oncologists.
- Provide symptom management and supportive care for patients undergoing cancer treatments.
- Educate patients and families on treatment options disease progression and symptom management.
- Assess & treat common chemotherapy/immunotherapy infusion reactions.
- Evaluate port PICC central line sites for infection bleeding functionality while covering IV therapy.
- Assist in coordinating care across multidisciplinary teams including palliative care and social work.
- Participate in clinical trials research initiatives and quality improvement projects as needed.
- Maintain accurate documentation in electronic medical records (EMR).
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- Certified as a Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
- Current RN Illinois license and Advanced Practice Nurse (APN)
- Must have or be able to qualify for Illinois and DEA prescribing numbers
- Oncology experience preferred.
- Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and patient education skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Familiarity with EMR systems and oncology-specific documentation.
Opportunity Highlights
- Full-time opportunity 100% inpatient
- Ability to work with experienced oncologists and a multidisciplinary team.
- No evenings or weekends
- No call requirement
- Exceptional benefits Medical dental retirement time off and CME allowance
- Competitive compensation package
- Compensation range $100000 - $140000
About UChicago Medicine Medical Group
- With a history dating to 1927 the University of Chicago Medicine is a not-for-profit academic health system with hospitals outpatient clinics and physician practices throughout Chicago and the suburbs.
- UChicago Medicine Medical Group is growing rapidly to bring the forefront of medicine to communities throughout Chicagoland.
- We support physicians in providing outstanding care in the community
- UChicago Medicine Medical Groups outpatient facilities are conveniently located throughout Chicago and surrounding suburbs
Why Join Us
Weve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion always mindful that each patient is a person an individual. To accomplish this we need employees with passion talent and commitment with patients and with each other. Were in this together: working to advance medical innovation serve the health needs of the community and move our collective knowledge forward. If youd like to add enriching human life to your profile UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront were doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at:UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color ethnicity ancestry sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status civil union status parental status religion national origin age disability veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
Must comply with UChicago Medicines COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly a pre-employment physical drug screening and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.
Employment Type
Full-Time
