Medical Oncology Nurse Practitioner

Vail Health

Details

Posted:

26-Sep-26

Location:

Edwards, Colorado

Salary Details:

$127,344.00 - $166,212.00

Preferred Education:

MD

Type:

Full Time

Categories:

Physicians/Surgeons

Internal Number:

3167

Vail Health has become the world's most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.

Advanced Cancer Care. Collaborative Team. Mountain Lifestyle.

Imagine practicing oncology in a state-of-the-art cancer center where you'll have the time, resources, and support to provide truly patient-centered care-all while living in one of the most breathtaking mountain communities in the country.

At Shaw Cancer Center, you'll join a close-knit, highly collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional cancer care across the entire patient journey. From diagnosis and active treatment to survivorship, symptom management, and end-of-life care, our providers work together to ensure every patient receives compassionate, personalized support.

Why Shaw Cancer Center?

At Shaw Cancer Center, you'll find the best of both worlds: the innovation and expertise of a leading cancer program alongside the personal connections and teamwork that come with practicing in a community-focused environment.

You'll work alongside medical oncologists, advanced practice providers, nurses, navigators, pharmacists, social workers, dietitians, and palliative care specialists who share a common commitment to clinical excellence and compassionate care.

What You'll Do

As a Medical Oncology Nurse Practitioner, you will:

Provide comprehensive oncology and palliative care services in both clinic and home-based settings.

Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients throughout the cancer care continuum, from active treatment through survivorship and end-of-life care.

Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with medical oncologists, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies.

Manage treatment-related symptoms, toxicities, and urgent patient needs while supporting quality of life and symptom control.

Order and interpret diagnostic studies, prescribe medications, and coordinate comprehensive care plans.

Guide patients and families through complex decisions involving treatment options, symptom management, goals of care, and advance care planning.

Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams across medical oncology, radiation oncology, nursing, pharmacy, rehabilitation, nutrition, social work, and spiritual care.

Contribute to the continued growth and innovation of the Shaw at Home program through quality improvement initiatives, program development, and patient-centered care strategies.

Participate in shared after-hours call coverage and interdisciplinary team meetings.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a compassionate, clinically skilled Nurse Practitioner who values teamwork, relationship-building, and delivering exceptional care.

Required Qualifications

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

Board certification as AGNP, FNP, or ACNP

Eligibility for and ability to maintain Colorado Nurse Practitioner licensure with prescriptive authority

DEA license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Valid driver's license meeting Vail Health DMV criteria

Minimum two years of Nurse Practitioner experience

Oncology RN or Oncology NP experience required

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in medical oncology, palliative care, or hospice care

Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) certification

Expertise in oncology pharmacology, symptom management, and treatment-related toxicities

Experience practicing within a multidisciplinary outpatient oncology setting

Experience with Cerner or Epic electronic medical records

Life in the Heart of the Rockies

Located in the world-renowned mountain communities of Vail and Summit County, this is an opportunity to build a meaningful career without sacrificing the lifestyle you've always wanted.

Spend your days caring for patients in a leading cancer center and your evenings exploring miles of hiking and biking trails, casting a line in a mountain stream, or enjoying some of the finest skiing in North America.

Here, you'll find:

An unmatched quality of life

A supportive and engaged community

Endless outdoor recreation

Exceptional schools and vibrant local culture

A team that genuinely enjoys working together

Join a Team That Feels Like Family

At Shaw Cancer Center, you'll be empowered to practice at the highest level of your license, contribute to innovative oncology care programs, and make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families facing cancer.

If you're looking for a collaborative team, cutting-edge oncology care, and the opportunity to live where others vacation, we'd love to meet you.

Benefits at Vail Health (Full)

Include:

Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:

Competitive wages

Parental leave (4 weeks paid)

Housing programs

Childcare reimbursement

Comprehensive Health Benefits:

Medical

Dental Vision

Educational Programs:

Tuition Assistance Existing Student Loan Repayment

Specialty Certification Reimbursement

Annual Supplemental Educational Funds

Paid Time Off:

Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.

Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:

403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching Life insurance

Short and long-term disability

Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:

Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement

Recreation discounts

Pet insurance

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per year.

Yearly Pay:

$127,344-$166,212 USD

About Vail Health

Vail Health, formerly Vail Valley Medical Center, is a nonprofit community health care system serving patients and guests from around the world. Locally operated and governed by a volunteer board of directors, Vail Health includes a 56-bed hospital, accredited by the Joint Commission. Our 24/7 emergency department in Vail is a Level III Trauma Center with a nearby helipad for necessary medical transports. Vail Health provides a wide array of services and access points including Beaver Creek Medical Center, urgent care clinics in Avon and Gypsum, our Edwards medical campus, Eagle Healthcare Center and a multispecialty clinic in Frisco. Howard Head Sports Medicine offers physical therapy services at 10 locations and works closely with our internationally renowned orthopaedic partners at The Steadman Clinic and Vail-Summit Orthopaedics. In addition, Vail Health's Shaw Cancer Center and Sonnenalp Breast Center are the region's only fully accredited cancer treatment center and comprehensive breast center. The Vail Clinic, which was founded in 1965, officially became "Vail Valley Medical Center" in 1980, its first year as a full-service hospital. At that time, we had one primary locatio... Show more Show less

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