Provides nursing care from initial patient contact through high dose chemotherapy followed by stem cell rescue to follow up care post stem cell rescue. Key Responsibilities (Prepares and administers therapies under the direction) Manages symptoms/toxicities/health abnormalities related to the intense high dose therapy, stem cell rescue and rehabilitation following rescue

Performs audits of patient accounts to ensure accuracy and timely payment. Reviews account agings on a monthly basis and reports inconsistencies and corrects errors as appropriate. Contacts patients regarding delinquent accounts and arranges mutually acceptable payment schedules. Follows up on insurance billing to ensure timely receipt of payments. Demonstrates the abilit

Collects and reviews all patient insurance information needed to complete the billing process. Completes all necessary insurance forms (i.e. HCFA 1500, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, UMWA, Medical Assistance, Medicare, etc.) to process the proper billing information in a timely manner as required by all third party payors. Transmits daily all electronic claims to third party pay

Provides general nursing care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards. Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physician during examination and procedures. Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Administers prescribed medications as direct

Collects appropriate specimens from patients as ordered. Maintains proper documentation as described by the quality assurance program including accessioning logs, test report logs, quality control logs, equipment records and checklists. Performs specimen analysis of all chemistry and hematology as indicated. Maintains adequate inventory of supplies and ensures that all su

Collaborates with physicians and other providers to screen potential patients for eligibility. Presents trial concepts and details to the patients, participates in the informed consent process, and enrolls patients on clinical trials. Coordinates patient care in compliance with protocol requirements. Dispenses investigational drug and provides patient teaching regarding a

(including but not limited to) Pages clinic personnel as appropriate Communicates messages in an accurate and timely manner according to procedures Checks patients out after examination Schedules returning appointments in accordance with physician and/or office guidelines Provides patients with appointment details such as time, location, directions, instruction sheets, an

Assesses health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history; assisting in physical exam and psychosocial assessment. Reviews and reports the results of the health status assessment and physical examination, pertinent laboratory data, radiographic data and psychosocial assessment of assigned patients to the transplant physician and superviso

(including but not limited to) Prepare medication orders by compounding or admixing medications under supervision of a registered pharmacist. Checks all orders for completeness of information. Verifies patient information and proper physician authorization. Checks all orders for insurance approval before admixing. Under a professional's supervision, admixes drugs as order

Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices. Assesses health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history. Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other instructional material. Provides psychosocial support to patients and families. Prepares and

(including but not limited to) Provides general nursing care to patients . Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards. Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids physician during examination and procedures. Observes, records, and reports patients condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Administers p

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for Hematology/oncology patients in an inpatient setting with additional outpatient clinic duties based on practice need Initiate and document appropriate interventions Evaluate and record patient and family response within practice protocol Prescribe drug therapies per protocol/physician consultation Assist in procedures Round o

Provide Collaborative Nursing Support including support in the queue, lab follow up calls, administrative tasks Maintain Efficient Patient Flow Room Patients Take Vitals Perform Lab Draws Administer Appropriate Injections Other Duties as Requested or Assigned Qualifications Medical Assistant Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program Current CPR Certification is

Plan, implement, coordinate, evaluate and promote the continuity of care consistent with established standards and practices. Assesses health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history. Assesses patient/family needs and provides teaching and other instructional material. Provides psychosocial support to patients and families. Facilitates c

The essential duties and responsibilities (including, but not limited to) Prior to a patient receiving treatment; obtains insurance coverage information and demographics; educates patient on insurance coverage, benefits, co pays, deductibles, and out of pocket expenses. Assess patients ability to meet expenses and discusses payment arrangements. May educate patients on fi