Oncology Nurse Practitioner

Hartford Healthcare seeks an Oncology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide advanced care to adult oncology patients within our Healthcare & Medical Services department. In collaboration with oncologists and an interdisciplinary team, you’ll conduct assessments, manage treatment plans, prescribe medications, and oversee chemotherapy and supportive care. You’ll educate patients and families, coordinate with inpatient and outpatient services, and participate in tumor boards and quality initiatives. Our inclusive, team-based culture supports innovation, access to cutting-edge technology, and ongoing professional development in a leading Connecticut cancer program.
Provide comprehensive oncology assessments and ongoing management for adult patients.
Develop, implement, and adjust evidence-based treatment and symptom management plans.
Prescribe medications, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and monitor treatment toxicities.
Manage patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies in collaboration with oncologists.
Provide patient and family education on diagnosis, treatment options, side effects, and survivorship.
Coordinate care across inpatient, outpatient, and supportive services to ensure continuity of care.
Participate in tumor boards, case conferences, and multidisciplinary rounds.
Document care in the electronic health record in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
Contribute to quality improvement, clinical protocols, and best-practice initiatives in oncology care.
Precept students or new advanced practice providers as requested and engage in professional development.
Oncology patient assessment and management
Chemotherapy and immunotherapy management
Ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests
Symptom management and palliative care basics
Electronic health record (EHR) documentation
Oncology pharmacology and supportive care
Care coordination and discharge planning
Central line and infusion-related competencies
Patient and family education
Compliance with oncology safety and regulatory standards
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401k
Current licensure as an APRN (NP) or PA in Connecticut or eligibility to obtain before start date.
National board certification as an Adult-Gerontology NP, Family NP, or Physician Assistant.
Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) preferred for NPs.
Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant (if applicable) or relevant specialty certification preferred for PAs.
Current BLS certification; ACLS preferred.
Prior experience in oncology, hematology/oncology, or complex internal medicine strongly preferred.