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Oncology Infusion Nurse Practitioner

Position Summary

The Oncology Infusion Nurse Practitioner provides advanced clinical care to patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and supportive infusions. This role supports a high-acuity outpatient infusion center within a community medical center and integrates direct patient care, symptom management, clinical leadership, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. The NP contributes to evidence-based oncology practice and may participate in clinical research activities.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care

• Perform comprehensive assessments after infusion treatments of high-risk patients who have treatment associated reactions.
• Manage acute infusion reactions and treatment-related toxicities using established protocols.
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests for patient safety of receiving drug.
• Prescribe medications and supportive therapies within scope of practice.
• Conduct follow-up visits for toxicity checks, urgent symptom evaluations, and treatment clearance.

Infusion Center Clinical Operations

• Oversee safe administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologics, blood products, and supportive infusions in collaboration with infusion nursing staff.
• Provide real-time clinical support for symptom triage and escalation of care.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal safety standards for handling hazardous drugs.

Patient Education and Counseling

• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, expected side effects, and symptom-management strategies.
• Provide anticipatory guidance to support patients throughout complex cancer therapies.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Work closely with medical oncologists, pharmacists, infusion nurses, social workers, and other team members to coordinate comprehensive care.
• Participate in tumor boards, care-planning meetings, and quality-improvement initiatives.

Academic and Research Integration

• Support clinical trials by assessing eligibility, monitoring adverse events, and documenting research-related data when applicable.
• Maintain current knowledge of emerging therapies and evidence-based oncology practices.

Quality, Safety, and Leadership

• Contribute to workflow optimization and patient-safety initiatives within the infusion center.
• Mentor nursing staff and participate in the education of students and trainees.
• Assist in developing clinical protocols and practice guidelines.
• Follow institutional policies, clinical pathways, and national oncology guidelines (NCCN, ASCO, ONS).

Qualifications

Required

• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current RN and NP licensure in state of practice.
• DEA registration and prescriptive authority.
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• National certification as an Adult, Family, or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
• 2 years of Outpatient Medical Oncology experience as a Nurse Practitioner
• ONS/ONCC chemotherapy and biotherapy certification (or obtained shortly after hire).
• Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) (obtained within one year of hire)

Preferred

• Experience in an oncology infusion or outpatient oncology setting
• Experience in an academic or research-driven environment.
• Strong skills in symptom management and urgent oncology care.

Core Competencies

• Proficiency in oncology pharmacology and infusion therapy.
• Ability to manage complex and acutely ill patients.
• Strong communication and patience skills.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous learning.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and productivity bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and CME allowance
• Malpractice coverage
• 401K, HSA, FSA
• Professional development opportunities
• Sign-on Bonus