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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a highly skilled and compassionate Pediatric Oncology Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team. This role involves providing advanced nursing care to children and adolescents diagnosed with cancer, including leukemia, lymphoma, brain tumors, and other malignancies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pediatric oncology, excellent clinical judgment, and a passion for delivering family-centered care.
As a Pediatric Oncology Nurse Practitioner, you will work closely with pediatric oncologists, hematologists, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans. You will be responsible for conducting physical exams, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, and managing side effects of cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation. In addition, you will provide emotional support and education to patients and their families throughout the treatment journey.
This position requires a high level of autonomy and clinical expertise, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with children and their caregivers. You will also play a key role in coordinating care across inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring continuity and quality of care. Participation in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, and continuing education is encouraged and supported.
The successful candidate must be a licensed Nurse Practitioner with certification in Pediatric Nursing and Oncology Nursing. Experience in pediatric oncology is strongly preferred. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young patients and their families while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
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- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Prescribe medications and manage treatment side effects
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care
- Educate patients and families about diagnosis and treatment
- Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed
- Participate in clinical rounds and case conferences
- Document patient care in electronic medical records
- Support clinical research and quality improvement projects
- Provide emotional support to patients and families
Requirements
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- Current Nurse Practitioner license
- Certification in Pediatric Nursing and Oncology Nursing
- Minimum 2 years of experience in pediatric oncology preferred
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in electronic health record systems
- Commitment to patient- and family-centered care
- Willingness to participate in ongoing education and training
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Do you have a current Nurse Practitioner license?
- Are you certified in Pediatric and Oncology Nursing?
- How many years of experience do you have in pediatric oncology?
- Can you describe your experience with chemotherapy management?
- How do you support families during a child’s cancer treatment?
- Are you comfortable working in both inpatient and outpatient settings?
- Have you participated in any clinical research or quality improvement projects?
- What strategies do you use to communicate with pediatric patients?
- How do you handle emotionally challenging situations?
- Are you proficient in using electronic medical records?
