Medication Services Nurse Navigator

Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY•East Syracuse, NY

1d•$33 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY (HOACNY), voted one of Central New York’s Best Places to Work, is looking for a full time Medication Services Nurse Navigator to join our professional team. HOACNY provides cancer care services, Monday through Friday, day hours at three convenient locations in East Syracuse, Syracuse and Auburn. If you are a highly motivated, team oriented individual looking to make a difference in your career, please apply now. In addition to a competitive salary (rate based on experience) bonuses/stipends, generous benefits package including medical, dental, life, std, ltd, 401k/pension, tuition reimbursement, advanced PTO, paid holidays and convenient free parking, our team fosters a supportive and collaborative atmosphere, where every voice is heard and ideas are valued. Medication Services Nurse Navigator - Monday through Friday (no nights, weekends or holidays) This individual is responsible for organizing and assisting in the daily activities of the Physician Dispensing department within Hematology-Oncology Associates of CNY, PC. Duties include: dispensing commercially available drugs; assessing medication orders; assists with patient care activities including planning and implementing antineoplastic and related drug regimens; assist in completing necessary prior authorizations, assist with REMs programs, monitors patients’ response to drug therapy by way of new medication start follow up phone call and recommends changes or alternative therapy and provides drug related information. Conduit for triage and communication between the MID and clinical teams. Documents within HOACNY and ACHC standards, policy and procedure. Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care. Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient care. Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of professional nursing to provide on-going patient care. Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions. Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public. Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. Ability to communicate clearly.

Requirements

Registered Nurse
NYS nursing license required
Two years of related oncology experience

Nice To Haves

OCN certification preferred

Responsibilities

Organizing and assisting in the daily activities of the Physician Dispensing department
Dispensing commercially available drugs
Assessing medication orders
Assisting with patient care activities including planning and implementing antineoplastic and related drug regimens
Assisting in completing necessary prior authorizations
Assisting with REMs programs
Monitoring patients’ response to drug therapy by way of new medication start follow up phone call
Recommending changes or alternative therapy
Providing drug related information
Acting as a conduit for triage and communication between the MID and clinical teams
Documenting within HOACNY and ACHC standards, policy and procedure