Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant- Oncology & Infusion Center

Iberia Medical Center (IMC) in New Iberia, LA is looking for team members who will help advance our vision to be the premier hospital of choice for patients, physicians and employees. We've been caring for our community for over 60 years and offer many diverse career paths. Our new employees experience opportunities to learn and grow while caring for their families, friends and neighbors.

IMC is currently hiring a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant (Oncology & Infusion Clinic) , Under the supervision and the direction of the Chief Operating

Officer, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) provides

comprehensive, evidence-based care to adult and geriatric patients with

hematologic and oncologic disorders in the outpatient Oncology Clinic and

Infusion Center. The NP/PA is responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, treating,

and managing patients throughout the cancer care continuum, including active

treatment, symptom management, survivorship, and supportive care.

The NP/PA

collaborates closely with oncologists, infusion nurses, pharmacists, radiation

oncology, surgical specialists, and other members of the multidisciplinary

cancer team to ensure safe, high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include

treatment planning, management of chemotherapy and immunotherapy toxicities,

patient education, coordination of care, and timely documentation in accordance

with organizational, regulatory, and evidence-based practice standards.

WORK HOURS :

Full

time: 40 hours/week; sometimes more; sometimes less, or as required to provide

departmental services as needed

EDUCATION

Graduate of a state-approved Advanced Practice

Registered Nurse (APRN) program or an accredited Physician Assistant (PA)

program.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:

Current, unrestricted license to practice as

an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the

State of Louisiana is required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR

certification is required prior to completion of orientation and assuming the

position. Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)

registration with prescriptive authority is required. Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN), Advanced

Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP), or equivalent nationally

recognized oncology certification is preferred. If not certified at the time of

hire, certification is expected within two (2) years of employment, if

eligible. Membership in the Advanced Practitioner Society for Hematology and Oncology

(APSHO) is encouraged for Physician Assistants and other eligible advanced

practice providers.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Oncology/hematology experience in an

outpatient or infusion setting is required. Experience in management is desired but not

required.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

Basic knowledge of the nursing / PA process

and nursing / PA principles. Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Thorough knowledge of nursing / PA procedures.

PRINCIPLE TASKS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs comprehensive medical examinations,

evaluations, diagnoses, treatment planning, follow-up care, consultation, and

patient education within scope of practice. Obtains complete patient histories, performs

physical assessments, and develops accurate and timely patient care

documentation. Provides education to patients, families,

caregivers, and healthcare professionals regarding disease processes, treatment

plans, medications, symptom management, and health maintenance. Supervises and/or coordinates the activities

of assigned patient care and support staff.·

Provides leadership and operational oversight

for assigned Oncology Clinic and Infusion Center activities, including workflow

coordination, collaboration with team members, and support of quality and

safety initiatives. Participates in the development,

implementation, and evaluation of clinical programs, policies, and procedures Practices appropriate safety, environmental,

and infection prevention and control measures. Makes sound clinical and operational decisions

regarding complex patient care issues and clinic operations. Maintains accurate, timely, and confidential

medical records. Documents all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures,

treatments, patient outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations in

accordance with organizational policies, The Joint Commission standards,

National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Clinical Practice Guidelines,

American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) guidelines, Oncology Nursing

Society (ONS) standards, and applicable federal and state regulations. Maintains confidentiality, security, and

integrity of patient and organizational information in accordance with HIPAA

and organizational policies. Maintains current knowledge of oncology

practice through continuing education, conferences, workshops, professional

literature, and clinical training, incorporating evidence-based practices into

patient care. Works collaboratively with physicians,

advanced practice providers, nursing staff, pharmacists, and other members of

the healthcare team to provide coordinated patient care. Demonstrates professionalism, respect, and

compassion toward patients, families, and colleagues while promoting Iberia

Medical Center’s Standards of Performance. Participates in departmental, hospital, and

service line quality improvement initiatives. Promotes a culture of patient safety and

adherence to applicable Patient Safety Goals. Performs other duties as assigned.

Competitive Benefits:

Great medical benefit plan Early access to earned wages Participation in robust state pension plan Dental, vision, life insurance, disability and more!

Employment Type:

FULL_TIME