Nurse Practitioner - Oncology - $46+ per hour at North Mississippi Health Services summary:
A Nurse Practitioner specializing in oncology at North Mississippi Health Services manages patient care, including diagnosis, treatment, and education in both clinic and acute care settings. The role requires a Master's degree in nursing, appropriate licensure, and clinical experience. Continuous professional development and accurate patient documentation are essential components of this position.
North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Oncology for a job in Tupelo, Mississippi.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Oncology
- Discipline: Nurse Practitioner
- Duration: Ongoing
- Employment Type: Staff
**Patient Care:** Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients in the clinic setting and/or acute care setting according to the scope of practice outlined by the Board of Nursing, approved protocols, national standards of practice and as directed by the physician preceptor.
**Documentation:** Ensures timely and accurate documentation of patient status and patient care activities including treatments, procedures and medications prescribed.
**Continuing Education:** Ensures clinical competence and stays abreast of changes in medical management by participating in a variety of health care education activities.
**Patient Education:** Provides patients/families with education related to the disease process, health, and wellness. Serves as a resource for community agencies as appropriate.
Requirements:
* Requires Masters Degree in nursing with appropriate licensure as a Nurse Practitioner
* If degree was obtained online and was not through a Hybrid campus online program, must have completed a minimum of 2 years work experience as a Nurse Practitioner.
* Minimum of 2 to 5 years RN clinical experience in setting appropriate to practice
* Maintains and enhances knowledge and skills in current technology and practice to provide care to appropriate population. Maintains current AHA CPR certification.
North Mississippi Health Services Job ID #2232-000BYT. Posted job title: Nurse Practitioner - Inpatient Oncology
About North Mississippi Health Services
At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting you to a career that challenges you, engages your mind and inspires you to be the “you” you always wanted to be. We also believe in celebrating everything that makes you uniquely you – your talents, your perspectives and your passions – and connecting you with others to create a supportive and innovative team that aspires and achieves together. Most of all, we believe in helping you leverage and connect your personal passion with a much greater purpose. We’re committed to helping our team of over 7,000 unique individuals discover what connects you to our mission, vision and ultimate “why” – our patients.
With seven hospitals, more than 60 clinics, four long-term care facilities, state-of-the-art women’s and behavioral health facilities and multiple outpatient care centers, we have a variety of career opportunities waiting for you.
Keywords:
Nurse Practitioner, Oncology, Patient Care, Healthcare Education, Clinical Documentation, Nursing License, Cancer Treatment, Patient Education, Continuing Education, Medical Management
