Nurse Practitioner / Physician's Assistant - Gyn Oncology Department- Vassar Brothers Medical Center & Kingston Clinic (75 minutes north of New York Cit

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Nurse Practitioner / Physician's Assistant - Gyn Oncology Department- Vassar Brothers Medical Center & Kingston Clinic (75 minutes north of New York City)

Vassar Brothers Medical Center, located in Poughkeepsie, NY, just 75 minutes north of New York City, is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner to coordinate, oversee and provide advanced nursing care to gynecologic oncology patients. This position works collaboratively with gynecologic, medical, and radiation oncologists, gynecologic residents, supportive care team and nursing staff. This position will also see patients in our Kingston, NY outpatient clinic.

The Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for carrying out the plan of care for his / her patient panel, will contribute to the actualization of the philosophy and objectives of the Oncology Division and will participate in performance improvement and research activities.

At least one year clinical experience relative to surgical oncology or other relevant experience is preferred. Oncology Nursing Certificate is desirable.

Vassar Brothers Medical Center provides our seven hospital system and multi-specialty practice with tertiary oncology services and is accredited by The American College of Surgeons as a Comprehensive Community Cancer Program. Vassar already has many of the key elements of a comprehensive oncology service line in place, including a Radiation Oncology team and Surgical Oncology Services in Breast, Thoracic, GI, Gynecology Oncology, and Urology. Our goal is to evolve from a comprehensive local program to a regional destination cancer program. Vassar has recently opened a new 696,000 square-foot, seven-level inpatient pavilion with 264 private medical / surgical patient rooms and 30 critical care rooms.

Located on the banks of the scenic Hudson River, Vassar Brothers Medical Center is a 350-bed tertiary care hospital that provides the leading acute and critical emergency care in the region. Vassar focuses on providing the highest quality care and meeting the needs of the community of by consistently adding new services and state-of-the-art treatments with established centers of excellence in cardiac services, cancer care and women and children’s health services. Vassar is consistently ranked as one of the strongest cardiac programs in the United States and one of the “Top 100 Heart Hospitals” by Modern HealthCare Magazine.

The Hudson Valley boasts a terrific quality of life. From hiking, biking, and boating, to cafes, art galleries, and local farmers markets, this beautiful suburban location offers endless ways to spend your leisure time. Excellent housing and outstanding schools can be found throughout the region. The Mid-Hudson Valley is also home to many fine colleges and universities, including Vassar College, Bard College, Marist College, SUNY New Paltz, and the Culinary Institute of America.

Only 75 minutes north of New York City, the area offers easy commuter access to the city via Metro North Railroad and Amtrak rail lines. Our vibrant cities and picturesque villages interweave culture, history and recreation in one of the country’s most livable locations.

For more information or to submit your CV, please contact Liza Stromberg, Physician Recruiter, at  Liza.Stromberg@nuvancehealth.org .

We are a Section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and therefore eligible employees may qualify for forgiveness of certain federal student loans under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

EOE, including disability / vets

Salary - $120,000 - $150,000 relative to experience