Oncology Nurse Navigator

Medical University of South Carolina • Lancaster, CA

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About The Position

MUSC Health Hematology & Oncology Cancer Center seeks an experienced, compassionate Registered Nurse to guide and advocate for patients and caregivers throughout the cancer care journey. The Oncology Nurse Navigator applies oncology-specific clinical knowledge and the nursing process to provide individualized guidance, education, and support, helping patients understand treatment plans and overcome barriers to care. The role connects patients, caregivers, physicians, multidisciplinary care teams, and external healthcare partners to promote coordinated, timely, high-quality care. The navigator works independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced oncology setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing; an MSN or DNP may be accepted in lieu of the BSN requirement.
• At least three years of related clinical nursing experience.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure through the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Strong knowledge of complex medical terminology and advanced disease processes.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong critical-thinking and clinical decision-making abilities.
• Ability to rapidly prioritize and reprioritize competing patient care needs.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to appropriately delegate responsibilities to qualified personnel.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships internally and externally.
• Ability to work autonomously while remaining an effective member of a multidisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

• Previous oncology nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients and caregivers through the oncology care continuum, particularly during diagnosis and initial treatment planning.
• Provide individualized education and support to promote informed decision-making and understanding of treatment plans.
• Identify barriers to care and collaborate with appropriate resources to help patients navigate the healthcare system.
• Facilitate timely access to consultations, diagnostic testing, treatment, and supportive services.
• Serve as a communication link between patients and multidisciplinary providers within MUSC Health and with external healthcare partners.
• Coordinate communication among physicians, nursing, ancillary services, and other oncology care team members.
• Advocate for patient needs while promoting continuity and coordination of care.
• Recognize changing patient needs and prioritize or reprioritize care and resources appropriately.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external providers and community resources.
• Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced oncology environment.

What This Job Offers

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