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Nurse Practitioner

The US Oncology Network·Chicago Ridge, Illinois

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 4 months ago
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About the role

The Nurse Practitioner will be involved in the care of individuals, families, and patient groups dealing with cancer or related diagnoses, performing duties related to prevention, screening, patient care management, and research, potentially serving as a direct caregiver or consultant. Essential duties include assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care, initiating interventions, prescribing therapies, and providing patient/family education.

Overview

Join Affiliated Oncologists as a Nurse Practitioner!

AO specializes in treating a variety of cancers including lymphoma lung, breast, prostate, gynecologic, colorectal and head and neck cancers.

Our physicians and staff are multi-disciplinary team of highly experienced caregivers focused on helping patients and their families receive the best care and support possible.

SCOPE: 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.

Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities

  • 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 with minimal supervision.
  • Assesses patient/family needs and provides education.
  • Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
  • Often incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice.
  • Solid knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements.
  • Completes patient charge capture and medical record documentation in a timely fashion.
  • Likely to provide case management for patients and their families.
  • Sometimes serves as a resource for nursing staff by providing information being studied in clinical trials.
  • May provide palliative care for the patient and their families as needed.
  • May promote/provide staff education
  • Responsibilities may include rounding at affiliated hospitals, weekend or after-hour calls
  • May mentor new advanced practice providers
  • May precept APP students
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program. This position typically requires a minimum of 3 years of experience as a practicing Nurse Practitioner. Previous oncology experience strongly preferred. RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state required. Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner required. Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment.

Salary Range

$106,000 - $150,000 per year BENEFITS OFFERED: Medical Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts (HRCA) Health Savings Accounts (HAS) Dental Vision Life Insurance Short-Term Disability (STD) Long-Term Disability (LTD) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Commuter Benefits 401(k) Wellness Program Applicants will be hired into the title appropriate to their credentials and years of experience.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

require a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program, typically with at least 3 years of experience as a practicing Nurse Practitioner, though oncology experience is strongly preferred. Candidates must possess current state RN licensure, Nurse Practitioner licensure, and BLS/CPR certification.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Education
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Research
  • Evidence-Based Research
  • Administration
  • Screening
  • Palliative Care
  • Prevention
  • Patient Management
  • Health Care Consulting
  • Regulatory Standards
  • Compliance Program Adherence
  • Documentation Requirements
  • Reimbursement Procedures

Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401(k)
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Chicago Ridge, Illinois
Posted
Mar 10, 2026
Closes
Mar 10, 2027
Application
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Hiring organization

The US Oncology Network

Every day, The US Oncology Network helps approximately 3,300 providers deliver value-based, integrated care for patients—close to home. Through The Network, these independent doctors come together to form a community of shared expertise and resources dedicated to advancing local...

Salary listed on 6 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePublic Company
Size10,001+ employees
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Illinois Nurse Practitioner market context

Illinois continues to show steady demand for Nurse Practitioners across primary care, specialty, and outpatient settings, especially where employers need clinicians who can work independently and manage complex patient needs. This role is competitive because it requires a master’s degree, current Illinois licensure, national board certification, DEA registration, and relevant NP experience, while the listed benefits and hybrid-remote flexibility can help set one employer apart. Before applying, confirm your licensure and certification details match the posting, and use the platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits to quickly compare fit without reading the full original description.

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