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Advanced Practice Clinician in Gilbert, AZ

TeamHealth

Gilbert, AZ

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acute Care, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Advanced Life Support (ALS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiovascular, Case Management, Chemotherapy, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Disease, Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Hematology, Hospital, Identify Issues, Infection Control, Maintain Compliance, Medications, Medicine, Nurse Practitioner, Nursing, Oncology, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Pharmacy, Physician Assistant, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Quality of Care, Risk, Stem Cells, Team Player, Time Management, Treatment Plan, United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
LOCATION
Gilbert, AZ
POSTED
4 days ago
We are seeking a nurse practitioner or physician assistant that delivers high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals undergoing stem cell transplantation and related hematology/oncology treatments in the observation unit - stem cell. This role focuses on rapid assessment, clinical management, and short-term observation of patients at risk for post-transplant complications. The advanced practice clinician works collaboratively with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to provide evidence-based care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories and physical examinations
  • Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions in stem cell transplant and hematology/oncology patients
  • Monitor for and manage complications such as infection, graft-versus-host disease (GVHD), cytokine release syndrome, and treatment-related toxicities
  • Order, interpret, and respond to laboratory and diagnostic studies
  • Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with scope of practice and institutional protocols
  • Coordinate care with hematologists/oncologists, hospitalists, nursing staff, pharmacists, and case management
  • Facilitate efficient patient flow, including admissions, observation management, and discharges
  • Provide education to patients and families regarding treatment plans, symptom management, and follow-up care
  • Ensure adherence to infection prevention protocols for immunocompromised populations
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and implementation of evidence-based practices
Qualifications:
  • Master s or doctorate degree in nursing (MSN or DNP) or a graduate of an accredited physician assistant program
  • Current license in the state of practice
  • National certification (FNP, AGACNP, AGNP, PA-C)
  • Current DEA license and prescriptive authority
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Experience in hematology/oncology, stem cell transplant, or acute care medicine
  • Oncology certification (e.g., AOCNP, or oncology-focused PA experience)
  • Familiarity with chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and cellular therapies
  • Experience in hospital-based or observation unit settings
Key Skills and Competencies:
  • Strong clinical judgment and advanced diagnostic skills
  • Ability to manage high-acuity, complex patients with a high degree of autonomy
  • Excellent interdisciplinary communication and teamwork
  • Knowledge of care for immunocompromised patients
  • Patient education and counseling expertise
  • Flexibility and efficiency in a fast-paced clinical environment
Interested in learning more? Apply today!

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TeamHealth

At TeamHealth, our purpose is to perfect the practice of medicine, every day, in everything we do. We are proud to be the leading physician practice in the U.S., driven by our commitment to quality and safety and supported by our world-class operating team
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
WEBSITE
https://www.teamhealth.com/?r=1