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Riley Hospital for Children is looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our nationally-ranked hospital and Hematology/Oncology team! 

The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health is the only nationally ranked oncology and hematology program in the state of Indiana. We are home to the only pediatric stem cell transplant program in the state of Indiana and the only site offering pediatric CAR T-Cell therapy. 

The Center for Cancer & Blood Diseases is affiliated with the Indiana University Health Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, the states only NCI designated Cancer Center for clinical care. Riley at IU Health is a Children's Oncology Group Phase I Consortium member. Our patients are able to access the latest clinical trials and cutting edge medications all while under the care of highly skilled physicians and staff. 

Our vision is to improve the health of children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer and blood disorders through innovative, quality driven, family-centered care, cutting edge research and the education of current and future leaders. 

Position Details:

• Full time, Rotating Schedule
• Rotating coverage of day shifts/nights/weekend coverage
• In-house on call overnight
• 100% inpatient
• Procedures: spinal tap, bone marrow aspirate, bone marrow biopsy, Ommaya access
• Expected patient volume in hospital: 24-32/week

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage oncology patients in the inpatient setting on a daily basis
• Participate in team rounds
• Manage scheduled chemotherapy patient visits & side effects of treatments
• Perform independent, comprehensive assessments of patients receiving oncology treatments
• Act as a resource for residents covering the oncology inpatient service
• Work collectively with attending, practitioners, and nurses on both the solid tumor and leukemia teams

Qualifications:

• Ideal candidate would have nursing experience in hematology/oncology or critical care
• If new graduate, 3+ years of nursing experience preferred
• PNP, FNP, ACNP, or PA certification required

IU Health offers a value-based compensation package that includes: group insurance (health, dental, life, disability), 401k with company match, generous PTO, CME allowance/time off, relocation assistance, and malpractice insurance coverage.

For 100 years, Riley Hospital for Children has been one of the nation's leading children's hospitals. Each year, Riley Hospital provides compassionate care, support and comfort to more than 300,000 inpatients and outpatients from across Indiana, the nation and the world. Physicians at Riley Hospital provide comprehensive care, from the routine to the most complex, in every field of pediatric medicine and surgery.

Riley Hospital is nationally ranked in 11 specialties as a top children's hospital by U.S. News & World Report, with national rankings in all ten pediatric specialties (including two specialties in the top ten), and is the only nationally ranked children's hospital in Indiana. Part of Indiana University Health, Riley Hospital enjoys a unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, giving our highly skilled physicians access to innovative treatments using the latest research and technology.

In addition, Riley Hospital is ranked sixth in the nation for NIH Research funding, totaling more than $38.5 million in 2023. The Children's Clinical Research Center, located at Riley Hospital, is one of the largest pediatric research facilities in the country. Riley Hospital also offers one of the nation's largest outpatient care facilities for children.

At Riley Hospital for Children, we are committed to advancing a culture where all people can come together while we work to equitably improve the health of all Hoosiers. Working together, our health system fosters an environment in which differences are respected and valued. 

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Indiana University Health and Indiana University School of Medicine are EOE/AA Employers, M/F/D.

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• Leading educational system and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population
• Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, concerts and memorials
• Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 list of the best places to live in the United States
• Top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
• Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities to live in and buy a house in the country
• Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living
• Outdoor recreation includes golfing, boating and unique parks
• Home of the Colts (NFL), Fever (WNBA), Pacers (NBA), Indians (MiLB), Indianapolis 500 (IndyCar) and the nation's largest half marathon
• Close proximity to Chicago, St. Louis, Louisville, and Cincinnati

About Indiana University Health

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive system. Additionally, IU Health - home to the IU Health Medical Center has been ranked #1 in Indiana for over a decade by U.S. News & World Report. A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine—one of the nation’s largest medical schools—gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training—advancing healthcare for all. At IU Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross-training development.

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