Department: Cancer Infusion Center

Job Schedule: Part Time

Shift: Day

Hours: Friday 9 AM-7 PM Sat/Sun 8 AM-1 PM in rotation

Salary Range: $117,058.50-$175,597.50

Job Description:

Title: Nurse Practitioner

Department/Location: Cancer Center

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Director of Nursing, Collaborating/Supervising Physician

Position Summary:

• Exempt position responsible for providing primary care services, including assessment, diagnosis, prescription, treatment, and patient education.
• Adheres to nursing standards defined by the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics, Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, and Nursing's Social Policy Statement.
• Actualizes the vision, mission, values, and performance measures for White Plains Hospital.
• Participates in performance improvement/research activities and demonstrates leadership skills.
• Demonstrates core and unit-specific competencies relevant to the patient population served.
• Collaborates with physicians to assess and provide care for selected patients.
• Executes the plan of care for assigned patients.
• Contributes to the objectives of the specific Division/Department.
• Practices within the defined scope of care delivery.
• Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team-based approach to patient care.
• May specialize in specific clinical care areas, such as pediatrics or geriatrics

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Include the Following:

• Adheres to WPH Performance Standards, Policies, and Behaviors.
• Conducts health assessments, including patient history and physical examination.
• Performs diagnostic procedures and preventive screenings based on age and history.
• Orders and evaluates diagnostic tests, incorporating results into the care plan.
• Formulates appropriate diagnoses using clinical findings.
• Plans and provides care, applying relevant research and involving the patient/family in the process.
• Coordinates patient care with physicians and healthcare providers, evaluating and modifying the care plan as needed.
• Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies within privileges.
• Provides patient and family education on health status.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of interventions and plans for patient outcomes.
• Collaborates and communicates effectively with the healthcare team.
• Maintains thorough and timely documentation.
• Participates in the education and mentoring of healthcare professionals and students.
• Engages in professional activities to advance nursing practice.
• Pursues continuing education and self-development.
• Abides by ethical codes and state regulations for nursing practice.
• Maintains nurse practitioner specialty certification with relevant credentialing bodies.
• Incorporates guidelines and standards from regulatory bodies and professional organizations.
• Demonstrates effective stress management and problem-solving skills.
• Sets aside time for special projects related to the practice area.
• Integrates quality improvement and research into practice.
• Participates in peer reviews and supports research in the practice setting.
• Performs all other assigned duties.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited school.
• Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse.
• Current NYS license as a Nurse Practitioner
• National Certification as a Nurse Practitioner
• Maintains a current collaborative practice agreement.
• BCLS certification required; ACLS certification required (as of 6/1/21).
• Minimum two years experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certification (only required if working in the Infusion Center)
• All registered nurses and advanced practice nurses providing direct oncology care must demonstrate one of the following:
• Current cancer-specific certification in the nurse’s specialty by an accredited certification program. Oncology nursing certifications that qualify include but are not limited to AOCNP®, AOCNS®, AOCN®, BMTCN®, CPHON®, CPON®, CBCN® OCN®

Or

• Ongoing education by earning 36 cancer-related continuing education nursing contact hours every 3 years (maintained by department manager)

Core Competencies:  

• Clinical proficiency 
• Problem-solving skills                                           
• Teamwork                                                         
• Communication skills
•   Attention to detail                                         
• Planning and organizing                                   
• Problem-solving skills                                        
• Judgment and decision-making                                         
• Ability to multi-task
•  Project management
• Adaptability
• Stress tolerance