Salem Hospital NSMC
Advanced Practice Provider - Radiation Oncology
Join a supportive Advanced Practice Team in a role supporting the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center. We specialize in radiation oncology and are committed to improving patient outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for those receiving cancer treatment. We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Advanced Practice Provider to join our radiation oncology team and contribute to this mission. This position will specialize in the care of patients with breast malignancies. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care to patients with breast malignancies across the continuum of their care. Your role will involve assessing patient needs, managing treatment plans and delivering supportive care. This position is onsite 3 days (Tues & Thurs required) per week, 1 day remote after orientation completed. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Performs and records the patient history and physical exam and discusses findings with the physician. Utilizes advanced nursing knowledge to identify, prevent or solve complex and/or recurring patient care problems. Follows and manages patients enhancing continuity of care. Performs (oversees/ensures completion of) specialized procedures particular to the select population mutually agreed upon with collaborating physician. Performs medically delegated aspects of patient care as agreed upon by nursing and medical administrations according to practice guidelines. Collaborates with unit staff and physicians to facilitate a comprehensive plan of care and coordinate resources. Writes orders with are in accord with current guidelines. Maintains and practices in accord with practitioner guidelines per state and hospital regulations. Evaluates own practice and program effectiveness. Responsible for own professional growth and maintenance of required credentials. Maintains and updates clinical knowledge skills based on current health care practice/research. Essential Functions: Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting. Performs complete histories and physical examinations. Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests. Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings. Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries. Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population. Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures. Qualifications: Education: Master's Degree Nursing required. Licenses and Credentials: Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Nurse Practitioner [NP] / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred. Experience: Experience as a nurse practitioner 0-1 year preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings. Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public. Additional Job Details (if applicable): Remote Type: Hybrid Work Location: 100 Blossom Street Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Employee Type: Regular Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Pay Range: $120,390.40 - $170,456.00/Annual Grade: 7 EEO Statement: The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Join a supportive Advanced Practice Team in a role supporting the Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center. We specialize in radiation oncology and are committed to improving patient outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for those receiving cancer treatment. We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Advanced Practice Provider to join our radiation oncology team and contribute to this mission. This position will specialize in the care of patients with breast malignancies. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care to patients with breast malignancies across the continuum of their care. Your role will involve assessing patient needs, managing treatment plans and delivering supportive care. This position is onsite 3 days (Tues & Thurs required) per week, 1 day remote after orientation completed. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Performs and records the patient history and physical exam and discusses findings with the physician. Utilizes advanced nursing knowledge to identify, prevent or solve complex and/or recurring patient care problems. Follows and manages patients enhancing continuity of care. Performs (oversees/ensures completion of) specialized procedures particular to the select population mutually agreed upon with collaborating physician. Performs medically delegated aspects of patient care as agreed upon by nursing and medical administrations according to practice guidelines. Collaborates with unit staff and physicians to facilitate a comprehensive plan of care and coordinate resources. Writes orders with are in accord with current guidelines. Maintains and practices in accord with practitioner guidelines per state and hospital regulations. Evaluates own practice and program effectiveness. Responsible for own professional growth and maintenance of required credentials. Maintains and updates clinical knowledge skills based on current health care practice/research. Essential Functions: Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting. Performs complete histories and physical examinations. Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests. Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings. Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries. Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population. Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures. Qualifications: Education: Master's Degree Nursing required. Licenses and Credentials: Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Nurse Practitioner [NP] / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN] [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred. Experience: Experience as a nurse practitioner 0-1 year preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings. Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public. Additional Job Details (if applicable): Remote Type: Hybrid Work Location: 100 Blossom Street Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Employee Type: Regular Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Pay Range: $120,390.40 - $170,456.00/Annual Grade: 7 EEO Statement: The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.