Nurse Practitioner, Hematology
hace 1 mes
Richmond Hill
Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • Dental insurance, • Free uniforms, • Health insurance, • Paid time off, • Parental leave This role is scheduled exclusively for Thursdays and Fridays. Responsibilities • Conduct comprehensive assessments, including patient history, physical examinations, and interpretation of diagnostic tests, for individuals with benign and malignant blood disorders., • Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with hematologists and the multidisciplinary care team., • Manage acute and chronic hematologic conditions such as anemia, thrombocytopenia, coagulopathies, and blood cancers under physician supervision., • Prescribe and adjust medications, order laboratory and imaging studies, and evaluate treatment response and tolerance., • Coordinate longitudinal care for patients receiving treatments such as transfusions, iron infusions, and targeted therapies., • Provide education and counseling for patients and families on diagnosis, treatment options, medication management, disease monitoring, and lifestyle considerations., • Monitor for adverse events, disease progression, and therapy complications; promptly address urgent clinical issues., • Participate in hematology case conferences and multidisciplinary discussions to optimize patient outcomes., • Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation within the electronic medical record system., • Contribute to quality improvement, clinical protocol development, and staff education initiatives.Qualifications, • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program; Masters or Doctorate degree required., • Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of New York., • National certification as an Adult or Family Nurse Practitioner required., • Minimum 2 years of experience as an NP in hematology, oncology, internal medicine, or related field strongly preferred., • Demonstrated expertise in the management of hematologic conditions and understanding of transfusion medicine., • Strong assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and critical thinking skills., • Excellent interpersonal communication and patient education abilities., • Proficient in EMR documentation and coordination of multidisciplinary care., • BLS certification required; OCN or hematology certification preferred.Physical Demands & Work Environment, • Frequent standing, walking, and light lifting (up to 50 lbs)., • Requires fine motor skills to perform venipuncture, administer medications, and complete procedures., • Exposure to clinical and laboratory environments, including potential contact with biohazardous materials., • Moderate noise level consistent with a clinical setting.