Oncology Nurse Care Coordinator

American Addiction Centers • Elgin, IL

7d • $38 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oncology Nurse Care Coordinator at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Infusion: Elgin is a full-time position responsible for the direct and indirect care of patients with cancer-related health concerns. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care, as well as coordinating appointments, tests, and procedures. The coordinator provides patient education on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment options, offers emotional support, and ensures continuity of care across various hospital units and external facilities. Additionally, the position involves following up on abnormal test results, documenting all patient interactions and education in the electronic medical record (EMR), identifying quality improvement data, and acting as a resource for cancer awareness and screening within the hospital and community. The role also includes participating in community education programs, hospital committees, and professional development to stay current with industry innovations. The coordinator is expected to maintain a professional image, promote team behaviors, and act as a role model.

Requirements

• Nurse, Registered (RN)
• CPR certification.
• B.S.N., typically required 3-5 years focused experience in clinical areas.
• Board Certification by 12/31/2015 or within two years of hire
• Graduate of accredited school of nursing and/or B.S.N. or B.S. in health-related field.
• Good communication.
• Ability to access, plan, intervene, and evaluate the physical, emotional and educational needs of patients.
• Knowledge of computer operations and applications.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and in difficult situations.
• Ability to work with patients in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Nice To Haves

• OCN preferred

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate care of women and men with cancer related health concerns.
• Interview and assess new patients for physicians.
• Assists physicians per department standards with clinic visits and procedures if needed.
• Assists patients and staff in the appointment process to expedite timely appointments.
• Provides patients with appropriate education related to prevention, diagnosis, tests, surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy, etc.
• Teaches patients about the importance of screenings such as mammograms, colonoscopy, etc.
• Coordinates testing and expedites results reporting. Utilizes the QCL and other tools in the EMR per department standards.
• Provides emotional support.
• Assures continuity of care by interfacing with day surgery, in-patient units and out-patient facilities.
• Maintains the QCL for the MD and facilitates patient flow through the continuum of care in partnership with the physician and other members of the health care team.
• Follow-up with physicians on all abnormal testing in a timely fashion and documents in the EMR per department standards.
• Documents all education, assessments and care given in the EMR according to department standards.
• Identifies and collects appropriate Quality Improvement data.
• Follow-up with patients in a timely and professional manner and documents in the EMR per department standards.
• Acts as a resource for the hospital in promoting cancer awareness, education and screening tools.
• Acts as a resource for patients and other employees.
• Uses effective listening and questioning techniques in a professional and empathetic manner, demonstrating sensitivity to patients and families.
• Develops educational tools for patients.
• Identifies, develops, and participates in all hospital and community programs related to cancer screening, diagnosis, and cancer related health issues.
• Develops education programs for cancer screenings programs and awareness.
• Participates in AIMMC Cancer Committee activities.
• Under the direction of the Radiation Oncology Coordinator and Cancer Center leadership, works with all hospital departments to provide seamless care for patients recently diagnosed with cancer.
• Teaches other hospital departments and employees about cancer education, screening tools and treatment options.
• Develops educational programs for the public.
• Works with the Wellness Communities of the Chicagoland area to support their efforts.
• Responsible for continued self-growth and education in areas related to changes in cancer detection, education, and treatment options.
• Presents a professional image and courteous manner representing AIMMC to the public.
• Participates in unit and hospital activities to promote service excellence.
• Promotes team behaviors and acts as a role model for others.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level