Nurse Practitioner - Oncology
Company: City of Hope
Location: Newport Beach
Posted on: March 20, 2023
Job Description:
About City of HopeCity of Hope is an independent biomedical
research and treatment organization for cancer, diabetes, and other
life-threatening diseases.Founded in 1913, City of Hope is a leader
in bone marrow transplantation and immunotherapy such as CAR T cell
therapy. City of Hope's translational research and personalized
treatment protocols advance care throughout the world. Human
synthetic insulin, monoclonal antibodies and numerous breakthrough
cancer drugs are based on technology developed at the institution.
AccessHope , a subsidiary launched in 2019 serves employers and
their health care partners by providing access to City of Hope's
specialized cancer expertise.A National Cancer Institute-designated
comprehensive cancer center and a founding member of the National
Comprehensive Cancer Network, City of Hope is ranked among the
nation's "Best Hospitals" in cancer by U.S. News & World Report and
received Magnet Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing
Center. Its main campus is located near Los Angeles, with
additional locations throughout Southern California and in
Arizona.City of Hope's commitment to Diversity, Equity, and
InclusionWe believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in
serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive
innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on
eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities. Our
commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the
full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and
experiences to our work and that our teams align with the people we
serve in order to build trust and understanding. We are dedicated
to fostering a community that embraces diversity - in ideas,
backgrounds, and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and
represented in our people.Position SummaryDelivers independent
direct medical management for a defined population in a defined
service line , according to standardized procedures and in
collaboration with a physician advisor. The Nurse Practitioner (NP)
will provide care within scope of license in collaboration with
physician. Professional practice as a health team member is defined
by departmental policies with institutional approval. Emphasis is
placed on health promotion and patient education, combining the
qualities of both nursing and medicine. The NP will act as a
patient advocate in all ethical and legal aspects. Key
Responsibilities include:
- Utilizes the City of Hope nursing process in clinical
practice.
- Assumes responsibility for independent, direct medical
management of a defined patient population, according to
standardized procedures and in collaboration with a physician
advisor or supervising physician.
- Performs physical examinations applying the medical model and
nursing process to patient care problems that require medical
intervention and skill. Strives to maintain consistency of quality
patient care.
- Develops and follows protocols/standardized procedures for
practice for Nurse Practitioners in the department.
- Assists in developing methods and systems for provision of
medical care and overall department operations.
- Maintains open lines of communication with the physician and
multidisciplinary health team regarding patient information.
- Under supervision of a physician advisor, performs initial and
interval physical assessment for evaluation of patient progress,
applying techniques of observation, inspection, auscultation,
palpation, and percussion to determine plan of care.
- Discriminates between normal and abnormal findings, consulting
with physician advisor/supervising physician when indicated,
evaluates, diagnoses, and manages certain illnesses and conditions,
orders appropriate laboratory studies, identifies appropriate
pharmacologic agents and non-pharmacologic interventions, refers,
or consults with other physicians within City of Hope Medical
Center.
- Develops and implements patient education activities; provides
education and counseling to patients.
- Develops and participates in performance improvement activities
to evaluate the program's effectiveness in meeting patient care and
departmental needs. Understands and supports the milieu of patient
care in these areas to foster a supportive care environment.
- Enhances professional growth and development through
participation in educational programs, reviewing current
literature, attending in-service meetings, and workshops.
- Attends and participates in meetings and/or committee as
required.Follows established City of Hope and department specific
policies, procedures, objectives, performance improvement,
attendance, safety, environmental, and infection control
guidelines, including adherence to the workplace Code of Conduct
and Compliance Plan. Practices a high level of integrity and
honesty in maintaining confidentiality. Basic education, experience
and skills required for consideration:
- Master's Degree as Nurse Practitioner
- Three years oncology clinical experienceRequired
Certification/Licensure:
- Current California RN license
- California Nurse Practitioner License
- California Nurse Practitioner Furnishing License within 6
months of hire
- DEA within 6 months of hire
- National Nurse Practitioner Board Certification through
accrediting body
- Specialty Certification as defined/required for role
- Current Basic Life Support card through American Heart
AssociationPreferred Qualifications:
- Doctorate Degree as Nurse Practitioner
- Chemo/Bio certification
- Five years of oncology nursing experienceAdditional
Information: Pay Range: $119,000 - $213,832
- Shift: Days
- 8hrs
- Job Status: Full-time, Monday - Friday
- The estimated pay scale represents the typical salary/hourly
range City of Hope reasonably expects to pay for this position,
with offers determined based on several factors which may include,
but not be limited to, the candidate's experience, expertise,
skills, education, job scope, training, internal equity,
geography/market, etc. This pay scale is subject to change from
time to time.
- As a condition of employment, City of Hope requires staff to
comply with all state and federal vaccination mandates.City of Hope
is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be
an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a
qualified individual with disability.
Keywords: City of Hope, Newport Beach , Nurse Practitioner - Oncology, Healthcare , Newport Beach, California
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