Oncology Screening Nurse Navigator--Lung Cancer Focus

BHS•Lexington, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Oncology Screening Nurse Navigator--Lung Cancer Focus Full Time – Day Shift Hamburg Location, Lexington, KY The Oncology Pathway supports patients throughout the cancer care continuum by coordinating services across diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care. The department works collaboratively with multidisciplinary clinical teams to ensure timely access to care, evidence-based treatment planning, and a patient-centered experience that promotes quality outcomes and continuity of care.

Requirements

Current KY or Compact State License as a Registered Nurse
Bachelor of Nursing
Certification in Oncology Nursing (OCN, AOCN, AOCNS or AOCNP) within one year of employment
At least 2 years of oncology experience

Responsibilities

Assesses patient’s educational, physio/psychosocial needs, barriers to care and support systems
Facilitates information gathering and analysis for patients to make informed decisions
Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to facilitate timely access and continuity of care across various care settings
Develops and drives initiatives to eliminate barriers to care
Facilitates access to healthcare and community resources for patients as necessary
Individualizes the care of lung cancer patients throughout the continuum
Encourages patients to maintain records of their health history
Facilitates high quality, timely, and individualized patient care through coordination, collaboration, and advocacy
Maintains necessary information systems and processes to promote effective development, management, and reporting of the lung screening/cancer program
Serves as a liaison between the organization, patients, families, physicians, and the community for lung cancer care