Nurse Navigator, Oncology Per Diem

Riverview Medical Center • Red Bank, NJ

104d

About The Position

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. Under the direction of the local leadership, the Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) navigates the patient's journey (starting with pre diagnosis) and continues throughout the treatment continuum. In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, which may include PCP's, surgeons, GYN, GI, oncologists, etc and the entire healthcare team, the ONN supports the oncology patient and facilitates access and timeliness to care. The ONN makes referrals as applicable (not limited to) financial counseling, nutrition, social worker.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Minimum of two years of experience in nursing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
• NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License.

Nice To Haves

• Oncology experience preferred.
• Oncology Certified Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Navigate the patient's journey starting with pre-diagnosis and continuing throughout the treatment continuum.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team including PCP's, surgeons, GYN, GI, oncologists, and the entire healthcare team.
• Support oncology patients and facilitate access and timeliness to care.
• Make referrals for financial counseling, nutrition, social work, and other applicable services.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree