Oncology Patient Navigator

Trinity Health • Mishawaka, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Oncology Patient Navigator assists physicians and Disease Site Management Teams in integrating the various aspects of treatment and support for cancer patients and their caregivers from the time of diagnosis through treatment and recovery. Helps to present the menu of interventions and continuum of care options and serves as a link to Medical Center and community services for patients, families and caregivers. Develops and coordinates appropriate oncology educational materials for patients and their families as defined by the Disease Site Teams and the patient’s Physicians. Provides patient and staff education, group programs, maintenance of resources and data collection as needed. All initiatives are geared to facilitate and enhance the quality of care of the patient and assure a smooth flow through the various components of care.

Requirements

• Three or more years of acute clinical experience.
• RN Indiana license preferred.
• Ability to speak Spanish preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing Degree Preferred.
• Masters of Science Degree in Nursing Preferred.
• Oncology experience preferred.
• Discharge planning or Case management acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians and Disease Site Management Teams in integrating the various aspects of treatment and support for cancer patients and their caregivers from the time of diagnosis through treatment and recovery.
• Helps to present the menu of interventions and continuum of care options.
• Serves as a link to Medical Center and community services for patients, families and caregivers.
• Develops and coordinates appropriate oncology educational materials for patients and their families as defined by the Disease Site Teams and the patient’s Physicians.
• Provides patient and staff education, group programs, maintenance of resources and data collection as needed.
• Facilitates and enhances the quality of care of the patient.
• Assures a smooth flow through the various components of care.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement for all full-time and part-time colleagues, beginning on the first day of employment
• 100% employer-paid tuition for the ASN-to-BSN program (paid directly to our learning partner)
• Comprehensive benefits starting day one (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, STD/LTD, and more)
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off program plus 7 paid holidays
• Employee referral incentive program
• State-of-the-art equipment, unlimited CEUs, and a supportive team environment

What This Job Offers

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