Oncology Nurse Practitioner

Job Requirements

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is an academic private health system, focused on delivering compassionate, high quality care and putting discovery and innovation into practice at the bedside. Partnering with the University of Maryland School of Medicine, University of Maryland School of Nursing and University of Maryland, Baltimore who educate the states future health care professionals, UMMS is an integrated network of care, delivering 25 percent of all hospital care in urban, suburban and rural communities across the state of Maryland. UMMS puts academic medicine within reach through primary and specialty care delivered at 11 hospitals, including the flagship University of Maryland Medical Center, the Systems anchor institution in downtown Baltimore, as well as through a network of University of Maryland Urgent Care centers and more than 150 other locations in 13 counties. For more information, visit www.umms.org.

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.

A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.

Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County.

We are seeking a dedicated Oncology Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team in Bel Air, United States. In this role, you will provide comprehensive care to cancer patients, working collaboratively with our multidisciplinary oncology team to deliver exceptional patient-centered treatment and support.

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, develop treatment plans, and manage ongoing care for oncology patients
• Prescribe and monitor chemotherapy and other cancer treatments in accordance with established protocols
• Provide symptom management and supportive care throughout the cancer treatment process
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care
• Document patient care activities in Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
• Educate patients and families about diagnosis, treatment options, and side effect management
• Participate in tumor boards and care planning meetings
• Monitor and evaluate treatment responses and adjust care plans as needed
• Provide emotional support and resources to patients and families throughout their cancer journey
• Stay current with oncology research and treatment advances

Work Experience

• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) required
• Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license
• Active Oncology Nurse Practitioner Certification
• Current Maryland state licensure or eligibility to obtain
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Minimum of 3-5 years of oncology nursing experience
• Demonstrated expertise in cancer treatment protocols and chemotherapy administration
• Strong knowledge of pain management and palliative care principles
• Proficiency in Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
• Excellence in clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Experience in symptom management and supportive care
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuing education

Benefits

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

• Pay Range: $51.3-$74.83
• Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide