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Advanced Practice Provider (PA) - Hematology Oncology Cary
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What they do
An Oncology Registered Nurse provides care to cancer patients. Works with Oncologists to provide cancer treatment (chemotherapy) and help patients manage symptoms during treatment. Works in clinical settings, including hospitals and long term care facilities, and may also work in palliative care.
$92,481 / year median in North Carolina
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina. Position Summary UNC Health Cancer Care - Cary is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our multidisciplinary Hematology & Oncology team. This position offers the opportunity to practice in a collaborative, patient-centered environment, working closely with medical oncologists, hematologists, nurse care managers, infusion services, and other oncology support staff. The APP will function as a key member of the oncology care team, providing comprehensive outpatient care for hematology and oncology patients within a team-based care model. The ideal candidate will bring prior clinical experience as an APP and an interest in building long-term relationships with oncology and hematology patients within a supportive community cancer center. Responsibilities Evaluate and manage outpatient hematology and oncology patients in a clinic setting. Conduct follow-up visits and ongoing disease management for patients receiving cancer treatment. Perform pre-infusion evaluations to assess patient readiness for chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other oncology treatments. Manage patients with benign hematology conditions, including simple anemia and iron deficiency anemia. Review laboratory results, imaging, treatment plans, and clinical status to support continuity of care. Collaborate closely with physicians, nurse care managers, infusion staff, and other members of the oncology team. Respond to patient messages, electronic communications, and care coordination needs through Epic In Basket and other communication tools. Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, symptom management, and supportive care. Participate in limited inpatient consultation support, including patient assessments, documentation, and collaboration with the attending hematologist/oncologist. Maintain timely and accurate medical documentation in the electronic medical record. Contribute to quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and professional development initiatives. Practice Highlights Established Hematology & Oncology practice within UNC Health Cancer Care - Cary office. Primarily outpatient role with limited inpatient responsibilities. Average patient volume of approximately 12 patients per day. Dedicated administrative day each week. Collaborative team environment with hematologists, oncologists, APPs, nurse care managers, and infusion services. Growing team-based care model pairing APPs with physician partners. Opportunity to participate in oncology-related research or quality initiatives, including nurse-driven studies, when applicable. No after-hours or weekend call currently required.