Nurse Practitioner

The Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant, under supervision of the physician, provides primary care in collaborative joint practice with the physicians to patients and/or family members in the hospital setting on a regular basis, and within the practice setting as requested by physicians. The NP/PA supports and adheres to the South Texas Oncology & Hematology policies, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care for individual patients.

Initiates and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient/family response within practice protocol; prescribes drug therapies per protocol/physician consultation.

Assists physicians and performs procedures as needed; conducts patient assessments and provides physician with information prior to seeing the patient.

Assesses patient/family needs and provides education.

Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.

Promotes/provides staff education.

Incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice.

Knowledgeable of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.

Completes patient charge tickets.

May mentor new mid-level providers

Current NP or PA license issued by the Texas State Board.

At least 1 - 3 years of experience.