Nurse Practitioner – Oncology Infusion
El Camino Health Medical Network · Mountain View, CA
Posted October 2, 2026
El Camino Health Mountain View Hospital · 2500 Grant Rd, Mountain View, CA, US, 94040
The Oncology Infusion Nurse Practitioner provides advanced clinical care to patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and supportive infusions. This role supports a high‑acuity outpatient infusion center within a community medical center and integrates direct patient care, symptom management, clinical leadership, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. The NP contributes to evidence‑based oncology practice and may participate in clinical research activities.
Key Responsibilities
Direct Patient Care
- Perform comprehensive assessments after infusion treatments of high-risk patients who have treatment associated reactions
- Manage acute infusion reactions and treatment‑related toxicities using established protocols
- Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests for patient safety of receiving drug
- Prescribe medications and supportive therapies within scope of practice
- Conduct follow‑up visits for toxicity checks, urgent symptom evaluations, and treatment clearance
Infusion Center Clinical Operations
- Oversee safe administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, biologics, blood products, and supportive infusions in collaboration with infusion nursing staff
- Provide real‑time clinical support for symptom triage and escalation of care
- Ensure compliance with institutional, state, and federal safety standards for handling hazardous drugs
Patient Education and Counseling
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans, expected side effects, and symptom‑management strategies
- Provide anticipatory guidance to support patients throughout complex cancer therapies
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Work closely with medical oncologists, pharmacists, infusion nurses, social workers, and other team members to coordinate comprehensive care
- Participate in tumor boards, care‑planning meetings, and quality‑improvement initiatives
Academic and Research Integration
- Support clinical trials by assessing eligibility, monitoring adverse events, and documenting research‑related data when applicable
- Maintain current knowledge of emerging therapies and evidence‑based oncology practices
Quality, Safety, and Leadership
- Contribute to workflow optimization and patient‑safety initiatives within the infusion center
- Mentor nursing staff and participate in the education of students and trainees
- Assist in developing clinical protocols and practice guidelines
- Follow institutional policies, clinical pathways, and national oncology guidelines (NCCN, ASCO, ONS)
Qualifications
Required
- Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
- Current RN and NP licensure in state of practice
- DEA registration and prescriptive authority
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
- National certification as an Adult, Family, or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- 2 years of Outpatient Medical Oncology experience as a Nurse Practitioner
- ONS/ONCC chemotherapy and biotherapy certification (or obtained shortly after hire)
- Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP) (obtained within one year of hire)
Preferred
- Experience in an oncology infusion or outpatient oncology setting
- Experience in an academic or research‑driven environment
- Strong skills in symptom management and urgent oncology care
Core Competencies
- Proficiency in oncology pharmacology and infusion therapy
- Ability to manage complex and acutely ill patients
- Strong communication and patience skills
- Collaborative, team‑oriented approach
- Commitment to evidence‑based practice and continuous learning
Benefits
- Competitive salary and productivity bonus
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and CME allowance
- Malpractice coverage
- 401K, HSA, FSA
- Professional development opportunities
- Sign-on Bonus
If you’re looking to join a physician-led community that is making a difference in healthcare, apply to this position.
Employer
El Camino Health Medical Network
El Camino Health Medical Network brings together physicians and advanced practice providers who share a mission to heal, relieve suffering and advance wellness in their community. Its multispecialty network offers primary care, urgent care and specialty care for patients of all ages across Greater Silicon Valley, including Cupertino, Los Gatos, Morgan Hill, Mountain View, San Jose and Redwood City.
The network is part of El Camino Health, a not-for-profit health system that has served Silicon Valley and the South Bay since 1961, with acute care hospitals in Mountain View and Los Gatos. El Camino Health has been named one of the nation's 100 Top Hospitals and recognized on Newsweek's World's Best Hospitals list, and consistently exceeds national benchmarks for safety, clinical quality and patient outcomes.
Physicians can choose the practice model that fits them, joining the affiliated medical group or staying independent through the network's Independent Practice Association, with the support of a leading health system. The network is built around physician autonomy, collaboration and reduced administrative burden, so clinicians can focus on exceptional, patient-centered care.