APP RESIDENT - MALIGNANT HEME/CELLULAR IMMUNOTHERAPY/ 12 MONTH APP FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

Note: This is a 12-month-long APP Fellowship - Tentative target start approx. August 2025

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) and Physician Assistant (PA-C) Fellowship Program is an innovative initiative, offering licensed APRNs or PA-Cs the opportunity to specialize in the evaluation, management, and treatment of oncology patients.

The first six (6) months of the fellowship will be learning-based within the Malignant Hematology service. As skills and expertise are learned, the last six (6) months of the fellowship will be conducted within the BMT-CI Program. The APRN/PA-C is responsible for the treatment of patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting within the scope of practice permitted under Florida law.

Based between the Malignant Hematology and BMT/CI Departments, the Advanced Practice Professional (APP) Fellow provides patient care under the auspices of the Moffitt Medical Group (MMG), and serves as member of the academic medical enterprise; advancing the institutional mission of contributing to the prevention and cure of cancer.

Position Highlights:

• Assists physicians with the evaluation, management and treatment of a wide spectrum of patients with different medical problems, procedures and co-morbidities.
• Works within a defined scope of practice and under the authority of supervising physician(s) or by specific protocol(s).

The Ideal Candidate:

• Clinical professional who demonstrates a passion for our mission, and who takes pride in delivering world-class patient care in a collaborative, learning environment.
• The successful candidate will be a superior communicator, an engaged team member, and a knowledgeable, patient-focused provider.

Responsibilities:

• Provides patient care as a member of an interdisciplinary team, working with many specialists to coordinate and optimize patient care.
• Correlates subjective and objective data to formulate a differential or working diagnosis.
• Formulates treatment plans for medical conditions within scope of practice.
• May perform minor surgical procedures within scope of practice.
• Prescribes oral and IV medications when appropriate, within the scope of practice.
• Documents patient care in accordance with medical staff rules.
• Research project and poster/podium presentation
• Participation in Tumor boards and other educational venues

Credentials and Qualifications:

• Master's degree required.
• Graduated from an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nursing Program or an accredited Physician Assistant Program along with board certification in APRN or PA-C.
• Be licensed as an APRN or Physician Assistant in the state of Florida one month prior to fellowship start date.
• Must be currently certified in BLS and ACLS and maintain certifications while in the fellowship.
• Experience in oncology or general internal medicine; critical care experience is a plus.