Thoracic Oncology Nurse Practitioner

Provide diagnostic and therapeutic care for patients with thoracic surgical oncology needs in collaboration with attending physicians and an interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop, coordinate, and manage individualized treatment plans
• Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests to guide care decisions
• Prescribe medications within approved scope
• Provide patient and family education to support understanding and adherence
• Document clinical findings, assessments, and care provided
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, coordinated care
• Support quality initiatives and regulatory compliance

Qualifications And Skills

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills in thoracic surgical oncology
• Ability to coordinate care with physicians and interdisciplinary professionals
• Proficiency in diagnostic evaluation, treatment planning, and medication management within scope
• Excellent communication skills for patient and family education
• Accurate, timely clinical documentation
• Commitment to quality and compliance standards