Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants/Associates

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Successful completion of a Master's Degree in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing in a recognized APRN specialty (Nurse Practitioner)
• •Successful completion of a Master's Degree in Physician Assistant/Associate Studies from an accredited program
• •Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) are required to have documented experience in inpatient adult oncology, hematology, cellular therapy/transplantation to be considered
• •Current RN and APRN licensure with the Oregon Board of Nursing
• •Current national certification in the area of specialization
• •Current BLS or ACLS
• •Certification as indicated for the position
• •DEA Certification
• •Current PA licensure with the Oregon Medical Board
• •Current NCCPA Certification
• •Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and patient management skills in an inpatient setting
• •Ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
• •Effective communication skills, including clear, concise, and professional interaction with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• •Ability to collaborate across disciplines and contribute to coordinated, team-based care
• •Sound clinical judgment and decision-making, including the ability to recognize and respond to clinical deterioration
• •Proficiency in documentation and use of electronic health record (EHR) systems
• •Ability to adapt to changing clinical demands, workflows, and patient volumes
• •Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety and quality care
• •Ability to provide education to patients, families, and learners (e.g., students, trainees, new APPs)
• •Demonstrated professionalism, accountability, and reliability in meeting responsibilities and deadlines
• •Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in handling sensitive information
• •Commitment to continuous learning and adherence to institutional policies, standards, and evidence-based practice

Desired Qualifications

• •Two years of oncology, hematology, cellular therapy/transplantation, and/or hospital medicine
• •Advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning in complex hematologic/oncologic malignancies and cellular therapy patients
• •Ability to recognize and manage oncologic and cellular therapy-related complications (e.g., febrile neutropenia, sepsis, tumor lysis syndrome, GVHD, CAR-T toxicities such as CRS/ICANS)
• •Strong clinical judgment and timely escalation of care for acutely ill and immunocompromised patients
• •Ability to prioritize and manage high-acuity, high-volume patient populations in a fast-paced inpatient environment
• •Proficiency in chemotherapy/biotherapy management, including monitoring and toxicity management
• •Proficiency or ability to learn how to perform necessary procedures (e.g. bone marrow biopsies and aspirates, lumbar punctures, administration of chemotherapy)
• •Effective communication with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams, including complex care discussions and transitions of care
• •Ability to collaborate across specialties (e.g., oncology, infectious disease, critical care, pharmacy, case management) to coordinate comprehensive care
• •Proficiency in EHR documentation, order entry, and utilization of oncology-specific treatment plans and pathways
• •Ability to educate patients, families, and learners on complex disease processes, treatments, and supportive care needs
• •Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety standards related to high-risk therapies and immunocompromised populations
• •Demonstrated adaptability in managing evolving therapies, protocols, and clinical workflows in cellular therapy and transplant care
• •Commitment to evidence-based practice, regulatory standards (e.g., FACT, CoC), and continuous professional development
• •Commitment to carry out job responsibilities in an effective, ethical, and professional manner