Hematology/Oncology Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - UNC Health Nash Cancer Center

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Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) – Hematology & Oncology 

UNC Health Nash Cancer Center | Rocky Mount, NC 

Position Summary 

UNC Health Nash Cancer Center 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 navigators, 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 navigators, 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 Nash Cancer Center. 
• Primarily outpatient role with minimal inpatient responsibilities. 
• Average patient volume of approximately 14 patients per day. 
• Dedicated administrative day each week. 
• Collaborative team environment with hematologists, oncologists, APPs, nurse navigators, 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 routine procedures required. 
• No after-hours or weekend call currently required. 

Qualifications 

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program. 
• Current North Carolina NP or PA license or eligibility for licensure. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Prior experience as an APP in Hematology/Oncology. 
• Experience caring for complex adult patients in primary care, hospital medicine, internal medicine, oncology, or a related specialty. 
• Oncology nursing experience strongly valued, particularly for APP candidates transitioning into oncology practice. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary care team. 

About UNC Health Nash Cancer Center 

UNC Health Nash Cancer Center provides comprehensive cancer services to patients across eastern North Carolina. As part of UNC Health, the center is committed to delivering exceptional patient care, advancing clinical excellence, and fostering a collaborative environment where providers can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and families. 

For more information, please contact Laura Oakes at Laura.Oakes@unchealth.unc.edu

Other Information

Other information:
Education Requirements:

• Completion of an accredited graduate-level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.

• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider (i.e., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) in the state of North Carolina.
• Board certification if required by the Department. DEA.

• No prior experience required.

• Demonstrated clinical competency.
• Effective leadership skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication and strong analytical skills.
• Effective interaction to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.
• Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.

Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: UNC Health Medical Group

Organization Unit: UNC Cancer Center at Nash

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Rocky Mount

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.
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