Advanced Practice Provider - Medicine, Medical Oncology - Full Time
Advanced Practice Provider - Medicine, Medical Oncology - Full Time
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Advanced Practice Provider
Medicine Medical Oncology
Full Time
The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) delivers medical care to a wide variety of patients. The Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistants role at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is to ensure quality of care through consultation collaboration continuing education certification and evaluation. The Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine may practice in all or some of the following clinical settings: UMHC/Sylvester or University of Miami Hospital in both the Inpatient and outpatient settings.
The primary duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
Accountabilities:
Clinical
Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview health history physical examination and diagnostic studies.
Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment. Works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow-up.
Writes prescriptions for medication blood products based upon laboratory results routine diagnostic and follow-up studies therapeutic measures and post-discharge care in accordance with written practice protocols.
Requests written consultation from physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate and quality patient care.
Assess and follow up with patients when required and independently of physician when needed.
Interprets and evaluates findings of studies/tests and intervenes accordingly.
Advises collaborating physician of appropriate information regarding patient care and reports to the physician the actions provided to the patients.
Evaluates the quality of care providedand recommends changes for improvement.
Initiates appropriate actions to facilitate the implementation of therapeutic plans that are consistent with the continuing healthcare needs of the clients.
Answers patient-related inquiries via telephone Uchart In-basket etc.
Assists in the management of family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patient care.
Conducts or participates in multidisciplinary rounds and ensures appropriate and quality care for patients.
Performs patient triage and determines the urgency of physicians evaluation.
Provides symptom management for side effects related to oncologic treatment.
Responds to medical and oncologic emergencies in CTU/clinics
Assist with Peer to Peer authorizations and filling out medical forms for patients.
Ensure that office runs smoothly and efficiently and correspond with referring physicians and patients to provide good care for patients.
Perform bone marrow biopsies and other procedures as needed.
Rotates with colleagues taking weekend and holiday call from Sylvester patients.
Rotates with colleagues performing Hematology/Oncology consultations and inpatient care at UMH on a two week basis and as per divisional needs
Communicates daily with triage nurse regarding patients who need to be added to OCC clinic for symptom management evaluation and treatment.
II.Research
CITI certification within three months of employment
Facilitates clinical research protocols and coordinates patient care with research staff.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Supervision Received:
Collaborating Physician Division manager Advanced practice director
CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Masters degree in relevant field
Certification and Licensing:
Valid State of Florida APRN License
State License Board certification
CITI certification or within three months of employment CPR
ACLS
Experience:
Minimum of two years in Hematology/Oncology experience OCN or AOCNP preferred or within two years of employment
Knowledge Skills and Attitudes:
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System South Floridas only university-based health system provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center we are proud to serve South Florida Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching research and patient care. Were the challenge youve been looking for.
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Job Status:
Full timeEmployee Type:
StaffPay Grade:
H15Employment Type
Full-Time
