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Advanced Practice Provider - Cancer Survivorship

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems
United States, Virginia, Richmond
Nov 20, 2024
$25,000 sign on bonus for offers accepted through December 31, 2024. Terms and conditions apply The Nurse Practitioner demonstrates a high level of expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of the complex responses of individuals, families, or communities to actual or potential health problems, prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This position assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. The Nurse Practitioner continues to perform many of the same interventions used in basic nursing practice. The difference in this practice relates to a greater depth and breadth of knowledge, a greater degree of synthesis of data, and complexity of skills and intervention. The Nurse Practitioner 's Scope and Standards of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing (1996). Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible License to practice as NP in the specialty area in the Commonwealth of Virginia Prescriptive Authority when required Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current RN Licensure in Virginia Credentialing in accordance with medical staff by-laws for specific job title License to practice as NP in the specialty area in the Commonwealth of Virginia Prescriptive authority when required Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of two (2) years experience as a RN Experience PREFERRED: Academic health care experience Two (2) years within the specialty practice area Advanced Practice Nursing Role or Clinical Leadership Role experience Education/training REQUIRED: Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program specific to area of practice **Applicants with current advanced practice licensure may be within one semester of graduation from obtaining a MSN degree or higher, which must be completed within six months of hire to continue employment. Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: Clinical decision-making in collaboration with physicians and daily prioritization of activities. The allocation of time spent in patient care and elsewhere is largely self-determined. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: N/A Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment. Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change The Hematology and Oncology Division at VCU Health seeks a full-time NP or PA to join their multidisciplinary team serving patients in our Cancer Survivorship Program and managing the long-term effects of cancer and treatment. A successful candidate would demonstrate a high level of expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and coordination of a plan of care and exhibit independent clinical judgment. This position serves as a clinical resource to health care teams inside and outside of VCU Medical Center, providing care coordination, outreach, and education.Collaboration with other team members in clinical research is also a part of this role. EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.