Advanced Practice Nurse, Oncology ServicesBreast Imaging

Newark, DE - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 136294 - 180084

Posted on: 26 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview

About the Role

The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) for the Breast Imaging Center is a skilled health provider who through a written collaborative practice agreement with a physician is credentialed through the Medical Staff Office. As a member of the Medical Staff the APN demonstrates standards of professional practice that includes ethical decision making job activities related to quality assessment/improvement self-evaluation leadership and research. The APN is self-directed and purposeful in seeking necessary knowledge and skills to develop and maintain competency. The APN in the Breast Imaging center provides critical nursing support to address patient education clinical coordination and continuity of care. The APN utilizes critical judgment in the performance of focused clinical evaluation patient education procedural support and post-procedure follow-up. The APN serves as an expert in breast health guiding patients through diagnostic imaging biopsies and high- risk surveillance while ensuring timely communication and care coordination. The APN ensures high-quality patient-centered breast health care.

Responsibilities

What Youll Do

Conducts focused pre-procedure assessments including breast history risk factors and relevant medical background.
Performs clinical breast exams for high-risk and diagnostic patients.
Assists radiologists during breast imaging procedures and biopsies ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Manages local anesthesia preparation wound care and patient comfort during procedures.
Provides comprehensive pre- and post-procedure care including follow-up calls to monitor recovery and address concerns.
Tracks biopsy results communicates outcomes to patients and coordinates next steps with the care team.
Facilitates referrals to breast surgeons oncology or genetics for abnormal or high-risk findings.
Responds to clinical emergencies in accordance with established protocols.
Prepares and ensures completion of consents and documentation for breast imaging procedures.
Reviews and enters pathology results in PenRad and EPIC for tracking and communication.
Coordinates follow-up care for BIRADS 0 4 5 and 6 cases and other high-risk patients.
Ensures timely appointments communication and continuity of care across breast imaging surgery oncology and genetics.
Triages patient concerns via telephone providing timely clinical guidance.

Qualifications

What Youll Bring

Current Registered/Professional Nurse license and registration in the State of New Jersey required.
Masters degree in nursing from an accredited NP/APN educational program.
Eligible for certification by a national certifying body.
Minimum of two (2) years of clinical nursing experience required.
Current BLS certification required.
Strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills essential.
Experience in breast imaging oncology or womens health strongly preferred.
National Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification preferred.
Experience in patient education and procedural support required.
Participation in relevant professional and/or specialty organizations preferred.

What We Offer

Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Pension Plan
Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Professional Development

Compensation(NJ Job Transparency Law)

The expected salary range for this position is $136294 - $180084 per year in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nations leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients regardless of their financial situation.

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OverviewAbout the RoleThe Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) for the Breast Imaging Center is a skilled health provider who through a written collaborative practice agreement with a physician is credentialed through the Medical Staff Office. As a member of the Medical Staff the APN demonstrates standards...