Nurse practitioner Job at Tucson Medical Center (Tucson)

Nurse practitioner

Tucson Medical Center

Location:
United States , Tucson

Category:
Nursing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

Under supervision or in collaboration with practice physicians, involved in the care of individuals, families and patient groups who are dealing with cancer or other related diagnosis. This care may be in clinic or virtually, via telemedicine. Responsibilities may include duties related to prevention, screening, patient care, management, and research. May serve as direct caregiver, health care consultant, patient educator, administrator, or researcher. Ensures compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards and requirements.

Job Responsibility:

Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care for patients
Initiates and documents appropriate interventions
evaluates and records patient/family response and prescribes therapies as indicated
Performs procedures and /mentors trains other providers
Assesses patient/family needs and provides education
Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs
Consistently incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice
In-depth knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements
Completes patient charge capture and medical record documentation in a timely fashion
Often provides case management for patients and their families
Often serves as a resource for nursing staff by providing information being studied in clinical trials
Provides palliative care for the patient and their families as needed
As subject matter expert, promotes/provides staff education
Responsibilities may include rounding at affiliated hospitals and weekend or after-hours calls
Serves as subject matter expert to the community, providing education and resources as needed
Likely to supervise the activities of clinical nursing and support staff
May serve in practice or network-wide APP leadership role
May precept APP students
Mentors new advanced practice providers
Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school
Successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program
RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state
Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner
Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required

Nice to have:

Experience in oncology as an RN or NP
AOCNP preferred

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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