Nurse Practitioner (NP)or Physician Assistant (PA)-Outpatient Termeer Cancer Center- Clinical Trials-MGH
Nurse Practitioner (NP)or Physician Assistant (PA)-Outpatient Termeer Cancer Center- Clinical Trials-MGH
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Job Description
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals including doctors nurses business people tech experts researchers and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
The Termeer Center for Targeted Therapies APP provides direct care to the clinical trial eligible oncology population in collaboration with the physician and disease center team.
Join a large and supportive ambulatory oncology Advanced Practice Team in a role that specializes in the care of patients with a variety of hematological or solid malignancies being treated with novel therapies in the Termeer Center for Targeted Therapies Investigational Cancer Therapeutics Program. With an interdisciplinary team approach this provider will promote a collaborative relationship between providers professional nurses research personnel and administrative staff to provide safe quality care in compliance with clinical trial protocols across the care continuum.
Utilizes advanced practice knowledge to identify evaluate and treat hematology/oncology patients participating in complex clinical trial therapies
In compliance with IRB-approved research protocols provides direct patient care in collaboration with clinical trial staff and physician investigators. Responsibilities will include but not limited to obtaining informed consent ensuring required data collection adhering to treatment criteria and dose modification guidelines prescribing or avoiding supportive/prohibitive therapies as appropriate grading and attributing adverse events and communicating with institutional or sponsor research support staff in the development of a comprehensive plan of care
Performs specialized procedures as mutually agreed upon by collaborating MDs and per protocol requirements
Provides first responder coverage for infusion reactions or medical emergencies
Supports research efforts to advance knowledge and to promote research-based practice in improving patient outcomes
Evaluates current research findings for clinical specialty and determines applicability to unit practice
Refers appropriately to MGH Oncology supportive care professionals in order to provide comprehensive care to a diverse patient population
Serves as a resource to staff and assists in the development of formal and informal educational programs for the unit-based nursing and support staff in area(s) of expertise.
Collaborates with clinical educators and clinical nurse specialists in identifying and promoting the educational needs of the staff
Serves on appropriate intra- and interdepartmental committees.
Responsible for identifying own learning needs and goals to promote professional growth
Maintains and practices in accordance with practice guidelines per state and hospital regulations.
Maintains the standards and educational requirements specific to the position and licensure
Qualifications:
3 years advanced practice and medical oncology experience is preferred.
Prior oncology RN experience is preferred for NP applicants.
Proficiency with Epic and EMRs preferred.
EPIC In-basket management telemedicine experience preferred.
Familiarity with clinical trials preferred.
Job Summary
SummaryThe Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients medical and/or surgical including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation.
Does this position require Patient Care Yes
Essential Functions
-Provides direct care counseling and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory inpatient operative and/or procedural setting
-Performs complete histories and physical examinations
-Orders interprets and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests
-Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic laboratory and physical examination findings
-Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes procedure notes operative notes and discharge summaries
-Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population
-Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures
Qualifications
Education
Masters Degree Nursing required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No
Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse RN - State License - Generic - HR Only preferred Nurse Practitioner NP / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse APRN State License - Generic - HR Only preferred Nurse Practitioner NP / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse APRN State License - Generic - HR Only preferred
Experience
Experience as a nurse practitioner 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients medical staff and the public.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Employment Type
Full-Time
