Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Full Time
Chicago, IL 60637
Posted Just posted
Job description
Department
BSD MED - Hematology and Oncology - Advanced Practice Providers - Outpatient Solid Tumor
About the Department
The Section of Hematology/Oncology has a proud and long tradition of excellence in research-based patient care and clinical discovery. Ranked among the finest cancer programs in the country, the Section is comprised of nationally and internationally known faculty with expertise in all major types of malignancies, blood disorders, and experimental therapies.
Job Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will provide comprehensive care to oncology patients within the Section of Hematology/Oncology in The Department of Medicine. The APP will focus on patients receiving care in the outpatient setting (IV Therapy or Clinic) within a designated solid tumor oncology program. The APP will assess and manage side effects from chemotherapy, radiation and immunotherapy. The APP will work collaboratively with oncology attendings, fellows and nurses and be proficient to independently recognize signs and symptoms of disease progression or response to therapy. Ideal candidate will be familiar with the treatment of malignancy with standard of care regimens as well as on clinical trials.
Responsibilities
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Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, using advanced clinical skills to manage a caseload of patients.
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Assess, diagnose, initiate delegated medical treatments, perform independent nursing interventions and evaluate care.
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Provide a model of care that is shaped by theory, expanded by science, research and reflective practice and is identified by a holistic and comprehensive approach to the patients.
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Staff half-day or full-day clinics as assigned; attend multidisciplinary conferences of assigned disease area.
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Manage the care of patients, including assessment, diagnosis and treatment for assigned patients.
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Document history and physical examination and changes in management according to government guidelines in the outpatient clinic at University of Chicago.
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Help arrange diagnostic tests, follow-up on tests, and other patient care issues.
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As part of duties, perform reporting for government agencies, chart review, refill prescriptions, and answer phone calls for patients for whom the APP is involved with longitudinal care.
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Attend weekly conferences and yearly continuing education courses to keep abreast of hematology/oncology patient management.
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Evaluates goals and outcomes taking into account the benefit-versus-burden, safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness for the patient, family and the organization.
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Develops diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions needed to achieve the goals and outcomes of the patient’s plan of care.
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Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
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Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through a combination of education and a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in a related job discipline.
Work Experience:
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Certifications:
Current and/or eligible for State of Illinois licensure/registration required. Eligibility to be privileged and credentialed through the Medical Staff Office (MSO). - State of Illinois
Certifications:
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Preferred Competencies
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Demonstrated clinical competency, effective leadership and teaching skills.
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Ability to conduct physical examinations and health assessments.
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Ability to interview and obtain medical information.
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Willingness to enter into written collaborative agreement with a collaborating physician upon hire.
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Once licensed and as needed, willingness to apply for a mid-level practitioner controlled substance license and DEA number.
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Willingness to be privileged and credentialed through UCM Medical Staff Office prior to start date.
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Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently.
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Strong organizational skills.
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Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
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Proficiency in the use of computers.
Application Documents
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Resume (required)
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Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Healthcare & Medical Services
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Health Screen Required
Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Posting Statement
Employees must comply with the University’s COVID-19 vaccination requirements. More information about the requirements can be found on the
University of Chicago Vaccination GoForward
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Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer
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University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
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