Make a meaningful difference in the lives of cancer patients every day.
Our Radiation Oncology team is seeking a compassionate and skilled Physician Nurse who is dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care, providing clinical expertise, and supporting patients throughout their treatment journey. If you are passionate about combining advanced oncology care with empathy and patient-centered service, we invite you to join our collaborative and mission-driven team.
Highlands Oncology began in 1996 with three physicians and a desire to change the face of oncology care in our community. Dr. Malcolm Hayward, Dr. Dan Bradford, and Dr. Thad Beck knew that patients do better at home, in the community where they live and work, and where their support system is already in place. In furthering that goal, Highlands has grown with the region from a single location 26 years ago, to 6 locations in Northwest and Northcentral Arkansas today employing more than 800 diverse team members.
As Northwest Arkansas continues to grow, so must the services and providers available in the region. Highlands Oncology is committed to remaining on the cutting edge to ensure our community has access to the very best cancer care. What we have is something quite unique right here in our own backyard with a caring multidisciplinary team focused on treating patients like family.
Job Summary: Under the general direction of the physician or provider, the Physician Nurse assists with the overall care of patients, while practicing within the professional boundaries established by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing and Highlands policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities: May be required to assist and oversee medical assistants in the delivery of patient care. May be required to assist nursing students or nursing staff from outside departments.
Job Duties / Responsibilities:
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Direct comprehensive communication with patients initiated from time of new patient consult.
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Demonstrate strong clinical skills with physical exams, patient assessments, ability to obtain pertinent history and patient information, and clearly communicate the findings to the physician or provider.
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Able to compile a complete accurate note in Onco EMR with collaboration of physician or provider and learn ARIA to find treatment information. Content of note includes diagnosis, staging, chief complaint, history and physical, performance status, impression, and plan.
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Assists the physician or provider as directed with EMR entry of accurate orders, including, and not limited to lab, imaging, simulations, outside referrals, etc.
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Has the ability to make independent nursing judgments, including triaging and resolving patient issues and concerns such as symptom management, while collaborating with physician or providers, as needed.
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Will have extensive contact with patients and families and will collaborate with the physician and other healthcare members to carry out the patient’s treatment plan.
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Provides new patient education and training, ensures completion of appropriate documentation, and issues supportive care medications.
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Will assist with procedures such as stereotactic radiosurgery or HDRs.
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Review medical records for new patients and assist with acquisition of any pertinent records from the appropriate facility.
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Ensure billing is completed through the EMR. Enter appropriate diagnostic codes per physician guidance.
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Has a good understanding of oncology diagnoses, radiation therapy, radiation side effects, and is able to instruct/educate patients and families in these areas.
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Will establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, internal/external medical staff, and the public. Communicate with team members in an appropriate and professional manner.
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Required to attentively respond to clinic staff and patient care needs.
Required Skills/Abilities:
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Able to work independently and collaboratively as a healthcare team member. Must be cautiously confident and forward thinking.
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Required to maintain high-level professional performance, behavior, and appearance.
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Computer skills for proficient EMR responsibilities.
Certifications/Licenses/Education/or Experience in a related field:
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Holds a current nursing license in the state of Arkansas and be CPR certified.
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Maintain continuing education hours as required to maintain nursing licensure.
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Oncology experience preferred, not required.
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Oncology certification preferred, not required.
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Demonstrates ongoing professional growth through participation in relevant education and appropriate associations such as the Oncology Nursing Society.
Physical Requirements:
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The physical demands for this position include reaching, bending, sitting, standing, lifting or to 50 lbs.
- Patient care requires assisting patients from wheelchairs and transfers from stretchers.
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This position also requires some repetitive motions with computer and phone utilization.
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Moderate to extended periods of time walking and standing in the clinic environment.
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Moderate amount of time spent on a computer workstation, often in a sitting position.
Work Environment:
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The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
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Due to the nature of our business and the use of radiation and hazardous chemicals, it is imperative that all employees foster a culture and environment of safety.
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Safety Sensitive: In accordance with the Arkansas code this position is designated as a safety sensitive position wherein the employee performing the job duties under the influence may constitute a threat to health or safety.
Highlands Oncology offers a full suite of benefits that includes those pictured below and MANY MORE...
- Certified a Great Place to Work!
