Description:
Breast Center APRN
Responsible for processing
and patient care management of breast patients including
in some patient and mainly outpatient arenas. The APRN
works collaboratively with attending physicians, nurses,
and utilizes a team approach in the care of the complex
breast patient and the patient with breast cancer.
The APRN may diagnose illness and physical condition
and perform therapeutic and corrective measures within
the Breast Care/Cancer specialty. Assesses the physical
and psychosocial status of patients by interview, health
history, physical exam and diagnostic tests. Participates
in department KROs and quality improvement initiatives.
Carries out responsibilities with minimal need for
supervision and guidance within the scope of practice.
- At least one year experience in Nursing Education.
-
Demonstrated competence in nursing area of expertise
(2-5 years)
- Consultative relationships with
the NM, NCM, PNIII and APN and physicians as appropriate
-
BS in nursing or related field
- Licensed to
practice nursing in the State of Connecticut
-
BLS Certification, ACLS Provider Certification
-
PALS Provider Certificate where appropriate
email
hcweis@bpthosp.org
or apply online
