Nurse Practitioner - Oncology jobs in Franklin, TN
Nurse Practitioner - Oncology works in collaboration with physicians and other members of the healthcare team to manage care for patients in an oncology setting. Provides quality care in all settings for cancer patients, families and staff. Being a Nurse Practitioner - Oncology orders, interprets, and records results of clinical tests and reports results to physicians. Prescribes medications and makes recommendations for other therapeutic forms of treatment. Additionally, Nurse Practitioner - Oncology assesses patient condition and may provide treatment using specialized medical equipment. Requires a master's degree. Requires Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP). Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Nurse Practitioner - Oncology's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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On-Site Oncology Triage Nurse
- The US Oncology Network
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Nashville, TN
OTHER
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Overview:
Every day, The US Oncology Network (The Network) helps approximately 2,400 independent providers deliver value-based, integrated care to patients - close to home. Through The Network, these independent doctors come together to form a community of shared expertise and resources dedicated to advancing local cancer care and to delivering better patient outcomes. The Network provides practices with access to coordinated resources, best business practices, and the experience, infrastructure, and support of McKesson Corporation . This collaboration allows the providers in The Network to focus on the health of their patients, while McKesson focuses on the health of their practices. The Network is committed to the success of independent practices, everywhere.
Nashville Oncology Associates, a member of The Network, offers comprehensive oncology services using advanced diagnostic methods, therapeutic options, and leading-edge treatments. The providers at Nashville Oncology Associates are known for their excellence in oncology practice. By creating and nurturing an atmosphere of trust and compassion, the practice always puts the patient first.
The team at Nashville Oncology Associates is seeking a triage nurse who has experience working in Oncology/Hematology. The ideal candidate preferably holds a current OCN but it is not required. This position is on-site in Nashville, TN at the midtown building next to Ascension St. Thomas Hospital.
Responsibilities:
A telephone triage nurse assesses patient needs over the telephone, collaborates with a physician or qualified staff member to meet those needs, then documents all elements of care in the patient's medical record. The telephone triage nurse will accurately identify patients with high risk conditions and will direct care to the appropriate resources if they cannot be managed by the nurse and/or within the clinic. Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care for patients adhering to national and organizational standards and guidelines for specialty care and scope of practice per state licensing board. Must recognize physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects of care and participates in company-wide quality initiatives. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Key Responsibilities- Addresses patient calls, portal messages and emails in a timely manner.
- Asks appropriate open-ended questions as well as utilizing computerized algorithms/pathways to assist in the assessment of patient's symptoms and side effect management and documents interventions.
- Manages a wide range of symptoms.
- Assesses urgency of patient symptoms/side effects and addresses them appropriately.
- Aggressively manage symptoms to prevent unnecessary emergency department and hospital utilization.
- If emergency care is needed collaborated with physicians via electronic communication, face to face, or the telephone to discuss patient care needs that cannot be independently and appropriately addressed using standard orders or practice protocols.
- Collaborates with providers if the patient can be seen in an outpatient clinic setting for their symptoms.
- Documents all conversations with patients to maintain a comprehensive medical record.
- Provides clear instructions and education to the patients via the telephone and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Job Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):
Education/Training - Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.
RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Must maintain continuing education requirements.
OCN preferred
Business Experience - 3-5 years nursing experience including at least one year in oncology preferred.
Specialized Knowledge/Skills - Oncology certification preferred.
Working Conditions: Environment (Office, warehouse, etc.) -
Traditional office environment. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne pathogens, carcinogenic drugs and other conditions common to a clinic environment.
Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.) - Large percent of time performing computer-based work is required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. - 15 Days Ago
Registered Nurse
- TriStar Gynecology Oncology
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Nashville, TN
FULL_TIME
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- 16 Days Ago
Licensed Practical Nurse (non-infusion)
- US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities
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Nashville, TN
FULL_TIME
- OverviewEvery day, (The Network) helps approximately 2,400 independent providers deliver value-based, integrated care to patients - close to home. Through The Network, these independent doctors come t...
- 5 Days Ago
Nurse Practitioner
- Progressive Care Medical Group
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Nashville, TN
FULL_TIME
- We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our collaborative and innovative team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for providing high quality medical care, collaborative approach to facility, ...
- 2 Days Ago
Nurse Practitioner
- Ultra Health Providers
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Springfield, TN
FULL_TIME
- Company Background Ultra Health is dedicated to improving reaction times and patient outcomes. Our unique model provides on site medical coverage to extend the reach of doctors, hospitals, and health ...
- 2 Days Ago
Nurse Practitioner
- Ultra Health Providers
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Columbia, TN
FULL_TIME
- Company Background Ultra Health is dedicated to improving reaction times and patient outcomes. Our unique model provides on site medical coverage to extend the reach of doctors, hospitals, and health ...
- 2 Days Ago
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Nurse Practitioner/Injector
- Dermani Medspa Cool Springs
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Franklin, TN
- Job Description Job Description dermani MEDSPA is coming to Cool Springs/Franklin, Tennessee! We are recruiting full-tim...
- 5/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Nurse Practitioner PRN
- Caris Healthcare, L.P.
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Dickson, TN
- Under the supervision of the Medical Director, provides direction and guidance to the hospice program, liaison with MD, ...
- 5/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Nurse Practitioner
- Addiction Center of Nashville LLC
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Nashville, TN
- Job Description Job Description Candidate must have an X-Waiver Required Skills -must work well with others since they'r...
- 5/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Nurse Practitioner
- Fairhope Health
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Mount Juliet, TN
- Job Description Job Description Recruiting Nurse Practitioner for Functional Medicine practice with a specialty in Hormo...
- 5/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
NP Nurse Practitioner
- Shaw Chiropractic and Joint Center
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Hendersonville, TN
- Job Description Job Description Shaw Chiropractic & Medical Center is in search of an experienced Aesthetic Injector and...
- 5/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Medspa Nurse Practitioner
- Happy Hospitalists LLC
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Nashville, TN
- Job Description Job Description SEROTONIN Anti-Aging Centers Nurse Practitioner (NP) Do you love wellness, aesthetics, a...
- 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
- Pediatrix
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Nashville, TN
- Overview: Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Opportunity in Nashville, TN Nashville ranks #13 in America's Best Cities! Respons...
- 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
Nurse Practitioner (Licensed)
- Physicians Medical Care LLC
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Murfreesboro, TN
- Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Family Nurse Practitioner (Licensed) to become a part of our team! You ...
- 5/6/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Franklin, Tennessee
Franklin is a city in, and the county seat of, Williamson County, Tennessee, United States. About 21 miles (34 km) south of Nashville, it is one of the principal cities of the Nashville metropolitan area and Middle Tennessee. As of 2017, its estimated population was 78,321, and it is the seventh-largest city in Tennessee.
Williamson County was primarily rural into the late 20th century, with an economy based on traditional commodity crops and livestock. In the 19th century, part of its economy (especially the cultivation of tobacco and hemp) depended on slavery, and after the American Civil Wa...
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Income Estimation for Nurse Practitioner - Oncology jobs
$111,427 to $123,013
Franklin, Tennessee area prices
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