Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) – Oncology (0.8 FTE)

Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) – Oncology

Primary Location: Adena Cancer Center – Chillicothe, Ohio
Secondary Coverage (as needed): Washington Court House location
FTE: 0.8
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Start Date: Flexible based on credentialing and candidate availability

Practice Overview

Join a mission-driven oncology team dedicated to delivering high-quality, community-based cancer care close to home. The oncology department includes:

Physicians:

• 6 Medical Oncologists
• 2 Radiation Oncologists

Advanced Practice Providers:

• 3 Certified Nurse Practitioners
• 1 additional 0.8 FTE CNP (this position)

This role supports continued growth in oncology patient access, survivorship care, and hematology disease management while maintaining provider workload balance.

Position Summary

This is a primarily outpatient oncology role focused on follow-up care, hematology management, survivorship, chemotherapy education, and supportive oncology services.

You will function in a highly collaborative model with increasing autonomy while maintaining close physician partnership.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative outpatient oncology visits
• Manage long-term oncology follow-up and survivorship care
• Provide hematology disease management
• Deliver chemotherapy education and treatment monitoring
• Coordinate symptom management and supportive care
• Participate in multidisciplinary oncology team planning
• Support patient education and care navigation
• Assist with inpatient oncology consults during assigned coverage weeks
• Maintain high-quality documentation and evidence-based care standards

Inpatient & Call Coverage

• Inpatient Coverage: 1 week approximately every 5–6 weeks
• Daytime First Call: During assigned inpatient week
• Evening/Weekend Call: Covered by Medical Oncologists

Patient Volume

• 8–12 patients per day
• Mix of follow-ups, surveillance visits, hematology management, and treatment support

Each CNP is assigned a dedicated caregiver daily for rooming, messaging, and call handling.

Practice Model

• Highly collaborative physician–APP partnership
• Progressive autonomy within structured support
• Strong interdisciplinary care coordination
• Expanding survivorship and supportive oncology programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Oncology or hematology experience strongly preferred
• Prior APP experience preferred due to specialty complexity
• New graduates considered with strong oncology interest and clinical foundation

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Passionate about oncology and survivorship care
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Collaborative, team-focused mindset
• Compassionate communicator with strong patient education ability
• Comfortable managing complex chronic disease processes
• Motivated to grow within a specialty practice environment

Work Environment & Leadership

• Mission-driven, patient-centered oncology program
• Supportive, collegial physician and APP team
• Emphasis on professional development and mentorship
• Collaborative, transparent leadership style
• Focus on autonomy balanced with teamwork
• Data-driven quality improvement culture

Structured Oncology APP Onboarding

Estimated Timeline:

• Months 0–3: Foundational orientation and training
• Months 6–12: Progressive specialty skill development
• ~12 Months: Full oncology practice competency

Includes:

• Physician mentorship
• APP peer mentorship
• Oncology-specific education pathways
• Gradual panel development

Top 3 Selling Points

1. Mission-Driven Oncology Care Close to Home

Make a meaningful impact serving rural and regional populations with high-quality cancer care.

1. Collaborative Oncology APP Practice Model

Work alongside experienced oncologists in a supportive, team-based environment.

1. Balanced Work-Life Structure

Primarily outpatient schedule with limited inpatient rotation and no evening or weekend call.

Top 3 Must-Have Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking
• Excellent communication and patient education skills
• Ability to function effectively within interdisciplinary teams

About Adena Health 

Adena Health is an independent, not-for-profit and locally governed health organization that has been “called to serve our communities” for more than 125 years.  With hospitals in Chillicothe, Greenfield, Washington Court House, and Waverly, Adena serves more than 400,000 residents in south central and southern Ohio through its network of more than 40 locations, composed of 4,500 employees – including more than 200 physician partners and 150 advanced practice provider partners – regional health centers, emergency and urgent care, and primary and specialty care practices. A regional economic catalyst, Adena’s specialty services include orthopedics and sports medicine, heart and vascular care, pediatric and women’s health, oncology services, and various other specialties. Adena Health is made up of 341 beds, including 266-bed Adena Regional Medical Center in Chillicothe and three 25-bed critical access hospitals—Adena Fayette Medical Center in Washington Court House; Adena Greenfield Medical Center in Greenfield; and Adena Pike Medical Center in Waverly.

About South Central Ohio

Less than one hour from Columbus, Chillicothe is a metropolitan community that has attracted young entrepreneurs – as evidenced by taking a stroll through the city’s historic downtown district. With close proximity to both Columbus and Cincinnati (just two hours away), our community enjoys easy access to US 23 (north/south), US 35, and US 50 (east/west). About 60% of the population of the United States is located within a day’s drive from Ross County. Local industries, many of which are experiencing tremendous growth, have found the region to be a great place for cultivating and maintaining a skilled workforce. Located in the heart of southern Ohio, manufacturers have easy access to the Heartland Corridor to the north, the Ohio River to the south, and metropolitan areas. In addition, access to natural resources, scenic landscapes, and outdoor activities fosters an active and healthy lifestyle that makes recreation a part of your everyday life.