We are seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join our Hematology and Oncology team at UH Portage Medical Center. This is a full-time position; Monday through Friday, with 4.5 days of clinic and .5 day for admin.

Position Summary:

• Performs patient assessment and assigns diagnosis based on recorded assessment data and current scientific and current research.
• Establishes plan of care and implements interventions in accordance with care paths, protocols, and standards of care and current research.
• Collaborates w/other health care providers in an interdisciplinary approach to provide care to the patient and family.
• Order and perform routine diagnostic procedures
• Develop and implement treatment plans
• Monitor the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions
• Contributes to the educational development of staff, patients, family and self.
• Demonstrates progressive leadership and effective management.
• Provides education through role modeling and in-services to meet identified learning needs and to promote professionalism.
• Advances own professional development through self-directed learning, continuing education and participation in peer review.
• Initiates and maintains positive relationships with patients/customers.
• Initiates and maintains positive relationships with co-workers.
• Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment.
• Displays commitment to the mission of the hospital and its values

Qualifications:
Position Requirements:

Demonstrated competence as a practitioner

Effective oral and written communication skills

A variety of technical patient care devices specific to the clinical area

Computers and selected office equipment

Experience and Knowledge:

Demonstrated leadership skills

Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relationships

Education/Expertise:

Nurse Practitioner:

Nursing Doctorate or Master of Science in Nursing with emphasis on clinical practice.

-or-

Physician Assistant:

Completion of a formal Physician Assistant training from an accredited program with NCCPA certification.

Required Credentials, Licensure or Certification (i.e. RN, RRT):

Nurse Practitioner:

BLS required; ACLS preferred

Current Registered Nurse license to practice in Ohio.

Current APRN license to practice in Ohio.

-or-

Physician Assistant:

BLS required; ACLS preferred

NCCPA-Certified.

DEA license