Nurse Practitioner - Hematology Oncology | Lafayette, LA
Are you an experienced Nurse Practitioner looking for a rewarding outpatient opportunity in hematology and oncology? Enjoy a flexible Monday-Friday schedule, competitive hourly pay, and the chance to work at a leading facility in Lafayette, LA. Join a dedicated team managing complex patient cases with supportive staff and a focus on quality care.
Quick Facts:
Location: Lafayette, LA
Start Date: 08/08/2026
Duration: Ongoing with locum-to-perm potential
Shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, work until last chemo/biotherapy is completed
Hours/Week: 40
Employment: Locum, with possible transition to permanent
Licensure/Certs: Active Nurse Practitioner license in LA (or eligible)
Experience: 3-5 years Hematology/Oncology experience required
Pay & Benefits:
Hourly Pay Rate: $1.00
Benefits include:
Competitive pay package discussed upon application
Weekly pay via direct deposit
Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
Robust referral bonus program
Paid sick time in accordance with applicable laws
Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
What You’ll Do:
Manage a full panel of hematology/oncology patients in an outpatient clinic setting
Follow up with patients undergoing chemotherapy, biotherapy, and supportive care
Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient care
Conduct new patient visits, treatment planning, and ongoing follow-ups
Monitor patient progress, adjust treatments as needed, and document in EMR
Participate in rotating call coverage on Saturdays (8 am - 12 pm) approximately once every 3 months
Work with an established team of 2 NPs and 2 physicians in a fully staffed clinic with infusion suite
What You Need:
Valid Nurse Practitioner license in Louisiana or eligibility to obtain one
3-5 years of Hematology/Oncology experience
Strong coordination and patient management skills
Ability to work independently and within a team
Comfortable managing complex cases with co-morbidities
About the Assignment: Join a dedicated team at a leading facility in Lafayette, LA, providing outpatient hematology and oncology care. This role involves managing a comprehensive patient panel, coordinating treatments, and delivering excellent supportive care in a modern outpatient setting with infusion services. The practice offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a focus on quality outcomes. VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Lafayette, LA
Skills
Chemotherapyunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Electronic Medical Recordsunmatched
Health Planunmatched
Hematologyunmatched
Nurse Practitionerunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Nursing Credentialsunmatched
Oncologyunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Outpatient Careunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Patient Follow-upunmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Team Lead/Managerunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Treatment Planunmatched
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