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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (Riley Children's Health)
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Nurse Practitioner
Specialty Hematology/Oncology
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Location 46202, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 4/25/24

Riley Children's Health is looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our nationally-ranked Pediatric Hematology, Oncology & Stem Cell Transplant team!

The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Riley Children's Health at Indiana University Health is the only nationally ranked oncology and hematology program in the state of Indiana. We are home to the only pediatric stem cell transplant program in the state of Indiana and the only site offering pediatric CAR T-Cell therapy.

The Center for Cancer & Blood Diseases is affiliated with the Indiana University Health Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, the states only NCI designated Cancer Center for clinical care. Riley at IU Health is a Children's Oncology Group Phase I Consortium member. Our patients are able to access the latest clinical trials and cutting-edge medications all while under the care of highly skilled physicians and staff.

Our vision is to improve the health of children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer and blood disorders through innovative, quality driven, family-centered care, cutting edge research and the education of current and future leaders.

Position Details:

  • Full-time, Rotating Shifts
    • 12-hour shifts
    • Alternating week of day shift, night shift, weekend coverage
  • 80% Inpatient, 20% Outpatient
  • Work directly with 7 physicians and 4 advanced providers

Responsibilities:

  • Primary responsibility will be working in both the inpatient and outpatient setting for pediatric hematology/oncology.
  • Provider will manage scheduled chemotherapy patient visits, side effects of treatments, round with on service team.
  • Perform independent, comprehensive assessments of patients receiving oncology treatments.
  • Provider would act as a resource for residents covering the oncology inpatient service.
  • Provider would also perform procedures including spinal taps, bone marrow aspirates, and bone marrow biopsies.
  • This role would work collectively with attending, practitioners, and nurses on both the solid tumor and leukemia teams. Provider would help establish and grow a new role within the division

Qualifications:

  • Master's degree required
  • Must be BE/BC
  • Must be ACNP, FNP, PNP, or PA Certified
  • Open to new graduates with 3+ years of hematology/oncology or critical care nursing experience
  • Hematology critical care experience highly preferred

IU Health offers a value-based compensation package that includes: group insurance (health, dental, life, disability), 401k with company match, generous PTO, CME allowance/time off, relocation assistance, and malpractice insurance coverage.

Community Overview

Indianapolis, Indiana, the 17th largest U.S. city, is a sophisticated city blending charm and culture with a wonderful balance of business and leisure. Residents of this dynamic city enjoy:

  • Leading educational system and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population
  • Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, concerts and memorials
  • Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 list of the best places to live in the United States
  • Top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
  • Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities to live in and buy a house in the country
  • Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living
  • Outdoor recreation includes golfing, boating and unique parks
  • Home of the Colts (NFL), Fever (WNBA), Pacers (NBA), Indians (MiLB), Indianapolis 500 (IndyCar) and the nation's largest half marathon
  • Close proximity to Chicago, St. Louis, Louisville, and Cincinnati

Hospital Overview

For more than 95 years, Riley Hospital for Children has been one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. Each year, Riley Hospital provides compassionate care, support and comfort to more than 300,000 inpatients and outpatients from across Indiana, the nation and the world. Physicians at Riley Hospital provide comprehensive care, from the routine to the most complex, in every field of pediatric medicine and surgery.

Riley Hospital is nationally ranked as a top children's hospital by U.S. News & World Report, with national rankings in all ten pediatric specialties (including two specialties in the top ten), and is the only nationally ranked children's hospital in Indiana. Part of Indiana University Health, Riley Hospital enjoys a unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, giving our highly skilled physicians access to innovative treatments using the latest research and technology.

In addition, Riley Hospital is ranked ninth in the nation for NIH Research funding, totaling more than $38.5 million in 2023. The Children's Clinical Research Center, located at Riley Hospital, is one of the largest pediatric research facilities in the country. Riley Hospital also offers one of the nation's largest outpatient care facilities for children.

At Riley Hospital for Children, we are committed to advancing a culture where all people can come together while we work to equitably improve the health of all Hoosiers. Working together, our health system fosters an environment in which differences are respected and valued. With a bold approach to diversity and inclusion, we are the place where many voices and perspectives come together to improve the health of our communities today and in the future.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Indiana University Health, Indiana University Health Physicians and Indiana University School of Medicine are EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.