Oncology Nurse Navigator/Clinical Trials

Saint Francis Healthcare System • Cape Girardeau, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Acts as a liaison between patients, staff, physician offices, various services related to treatment plan and hospital ancillary areas. Coordinates care for patients with actual or potential health concerns, specifically cancer diagnosis of the lung, breast, prostate, colon or rectum. Provides information and education to patients and families regarding illness and therapy, and acts as the patient advocate throughout the continuum of care.

Requirements

• Associates Nursing (ADN) - required
• Graduate of an approved professional nursing program.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the state of Missouri.
• BLS Certification
• Two (2) years of experience in oncology-required.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as an Oncology Nurse-preferred.
• Case management experience-preferred.
• Physician administered therapies experience-preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a liaison between patients, staff, physician offices, various services related to treatment plan and hospital ancillary areas.
• Coordinates care for patients with actual or potential health concerns, specifically cancer diagnosis of the lung, breast, prostate, colon or rectum.
• Provides information and education to patients and families regarding illness and therapy
• Acts as the patient advocate throughout the continuum of care.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date
• Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
• Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility
• Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching
• Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation
• Other benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees