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nAdvanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - Hematology & Oncology
nUNC Health Nash Cancer Center | Rocky Mount, NC
nPosition Summary
nUNC Health Nash Cancer Center is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our multidisciplinary Hematology & Oncology team. This position offers the opportunity to practice in a collaborative, patient-centered environment, working closely with medical oncologists, hematologists, nurse navigators, infusion services, and other oncology support staff. The APP will function as a key member of the oncology care team, providing comprehensive outpatient care for hematology and oncology patients within a team-based care model. The ideal candidate will bring prior clinical experience as an APP and an interest in building long-term relationships with oncology and hematology patients within a supportive community cancer center.
nResponsibilities
nnnEvaluate and manage outpatient hematology and oncology patients in a clinic setting.
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nnConduct follow-up visits and ongoing disease management for patients receiving cancer treatment.
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nnPerform pre-infusion evaluations to assess patient readiness for chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other oncology treatments.
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nnManage patients with benign hematology conditions, including simple anemia and iron deficiency anemia.
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nnReview laboratory results, imaging, treatment plans, and clinical status to support continuity of care.
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nnCollaborate closely with physicians, nurse navigators, infusion staff, and other members of the oncology team.
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nnRespond to patient messages, electronic communications, and care coordination needs through Epic In Basket and other communication tools.
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nnProvide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, symptom management, and supportive care.
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nnParticipate in limited inpatient consultation support, including patient assessments, documentation, and collaboration with the attending hematologist/oncologist.
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nnMaintain timely and accurate medical documentation in the electronic medical record.
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nnContribute to quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and professional development initiatives.
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n nPractice Highlights
nnnEstablished Hematology & Oncology practice within UNC Health Nash Cancer Center.
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nnPrimarily outpatient role with minimal inpatient responsibilities.
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nnAverage patient volume of approximately 14 patients per day.
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nnDedicated administrative day each week.
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nnCollaborative team environment with hematologists, oncologists, APPs, nurse navigators, and infusion services.
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nnGrowing team-based care model pairing APPs with physician partners.
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nnOpportunity to participate in oncology-related research or quality initiatives, including nurse-driven studies, when applicable.
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nnNo routine procedures required.
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nnNo after-hours or weekend call currently required.
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n nQualifications
nnnGraduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
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nnCurrent North Carolina NP or PA license or eligibility for licensure.
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n nPreferred Qualifications
nnnPrior experience as an APP in Hematology/Oncology.
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nnExperience caring for complex adult patients in primary care, hospital medicine, internal medicine, oncology, or a related specialty.
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nnOncology nursing experience strongly valued, particularly for APP candidates transitioning into oncology practice.
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nnDemonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary care team.
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n nAbout UNC Health Nash Cancer Center
nUNC Health Nash Cancer Center provides comprehensive cancer services to patients across eastern North Carolina. As part of UNC Health, the center is committed to delivering exceptional patient care, advancing clinical excellence, and fostering a collaborative environment where providers can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and families.
nFor more information, please contact Laura Oakes at
nOther Information
nOther information:
nEducation Requirements:
nnCompletion of an accredited graduate-level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.
n nLicensure/Certification Requirements:
nnnLicensed as an Advanced Practice Provider (i.e., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) in the state of North Carolina.
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nnBoard certification if required by the Department. DEA.
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n nProfessional Experience Requirements:
nnNo prior experience required.
n nKnowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:
nnnDemonstrated clinical competency.
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nnEffective leadership skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
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nnAbility to work independently and collaboratively.
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nnDemonstrated written and verbal communication and strong analytical skills.
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nnEffective interaction to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.
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nnDocumentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.
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n nJob Details
nLegal Employer: NCHEALTH
nEntity: UNC Health Medical Group
nOrganization Unit: UNC Cancer Center at Nash
nWork Type: Full Time
nStandard Hours Per Week: 40.00
nWork Assignment Type: Onsite
nWork Schedule: Day Job
nLocation of Job: US:NC:Rocky Mount
nExempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes
nThis position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.
nQualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
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Worksite address
rocky mount, NC, 27815, US
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