PRN Oncology Nurse Pracitioner

As a PRN Oncology Nurse Practitioner at UMMC Midtown Campus, your key responsibilities involve working collaboratively with the attending physician to guide the healthcare provider team. You will perform detailed patient assessments, interpret diagnostic tests, and establish medical diagnoses. Additionally, you will be responsible for designing and documenting treatment plans that include prescribing necessary medications based on comprehensive evaluations.

To qualify for the PRN Oncology Nurse Practitioner position at UMMC Midtown Campus, candidates must have a Master of Science Degree along with completion of an appropriate Nurse Practitioner program in primary or acute care. Being registered and recognized by the Maryland Board of Examiners of Nurses, holding and being certified as a Nurse Practitioner in Maryland, as well as having a specialty certification is essential. Additionally, candidates must be DEA and CDS eligible.

The work environment for a PRN Oncology Nurse Practitioner at UMMC Midtown Campus is dynamic and patient-centered. Located in the historic cultural center of Baltimore, you’ll be part of a collaborative team focused on improving the community’s health. You'll find a supportive work atmosphere where teamwork and clinical excellence are at the forefront, with the added advantage of working in a community teaching hospital.

PRN Oncology Nurse Practitioners at UMMC Midtown Campus enjoy a competitive compensation structure, with an hourly pay rate of $75. Additionally, we encourage candidates to review our 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide for a comprehensive overview of the perks and benefits available for our employees, including health, retirement, and wellness programs.

To apply for the PRN Oncology Nurse Practitioner position at UMMC Midtown Campus, interested candidates should check our official careers page for details on the application process. Prepare your resume, highlighting your qualifications and experience, and ensure it's tailored to showcase your expertise as a Nurse Practitioner.

When answering this question, provide specific examples of your previous roles in oncology settings. Highlight your clinical skills, types of patients you’ve worked with, and any specialized training or certifications you have related to oncology nursing.

Discuss your systematic approach to patient assessments, emphasizing your attention to detail. Explain how you collect patient history, conduct physical exams, and utilize diagnostic testing to inform your clinical decisions.

Share your method for developing treatment plans, focusing on patient-centered care. Include how you collaborate with other healthcare professionals and engage patients in their own care decisions to ensure all aspects of their health are considered.

Select a specific case that showcases your clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills. Explain the challenges involved, the steps you took to address them, and the outcome, while reflecting on what you learned from the experience.

Mention the various ways you keep your knowledge updated, such as attending professional conferences, participating in continued education courses, reading oncology journals, and networking with other professionals in the field.

Provide an overview of your familiarity with EHR systems, highlighting how you utilize them to enhance patient care, track outcomes, and facilitate communication among healthcare team members.

Discuss your approach to effective communication, emphasizing empathy and clarity. Offer strategies for delivering difficult news and how you ensure families feel supported throughout the process.

Articulate how you value teamwork and collaboration in patient care. Explain how you integrate your expertise into a multidisciplinary setting and how you advocate for your patients within such teams.

Provide examples of programs or interventions you’ve implemented to promote health, such as education on lifestyle changes or preventive measures. Highlight the importance of patient engagement in these initiatives.

Reflect on your personal motivations for wanting to work in oncology care. Whether it’s the opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives, the challenge of complex cases, or your commitment to continuous learning and growth, let your passion shine through your answer.