Per Diem Nurse Practitioner - Infusion Center - Catholic Health System : Job Details

Catholic Health System is actively seeking a per diem Nurse Practitioner for coverage at the Sisters Infusion Center in Depew, NY. Job Summary: The Infusion Center Nurse Practitioner functions as an independent health care provider who, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, is responsible for coordinating comprehensive care in an outpatient setting through assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluation. He/She demonstrates a high degree of clinical expertise in working with patients with acute and chronic illnesses including oncology patients. He/She is responsible for assessment, treatment, management, education, health promotion, and care coordination for patient during treatments. He/She is responsible for any infusion order clarifications from CHS or Non-CHS providers that refer patients to the infusion center as it related to hospital policy and pharmacy state and federal regulations. He/She works collaboratively with the pharmacy department regarding any order clarifications and is responsible for compliance with all hospital-based regulations. The Nurse Practitioner demonstrates an advanced level of medical/nursing, oncology clinical knowledge, communication, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional practice. He/She works with administrative, nursing, and physicians to assure safe, effective, quality patient care and to promote Catholic Health's mission, vision and values. In addition, he/she has a strong understanding of the business end, including but not limited to oncology billing and coding. Key Job Features Per Diem: 10-12 hour shifts Compensation range: $52.29 - $78.43 per hour Occurrence based malpractice insurance Non-Profit Organization Epic EMR Education: Masters or doctorate degree from accredited nursing program Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (adult health) in New York State (Board Certification) Maintains a current license in New York State as a registered nurse and nurse practitioner (Active RN and APNP license) BLS and ACLS certification Certification in oncology nursing Certification in administration of chemotherapeutic agents and/or biologic agents Experience: Two (2) years of oncology experience preferred Knowledge, Skill & Ability: Ability to manage acute sensitivity/allergic reactions Excellent verbal and written communication skills Professional demeanor Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team Ability to prioritize tasks Environment Normal heat, light space, and safe working environment; typical of most office jobs Occasional exposure to one or more mildly unpleasant physical conditions Exposure to antineoplastic agents