Patient Navigator-RN Cancer

Loma Linda • Murrieta, CA

2d • $60 - $80 • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Navigator-RN Cancer is a skilled oncology nurse and specializes in caring for patients eighteen years of age or older with suspected or confirmed malignancies or a hematologic disorder in the outpatient Cancer Clinic. Utilizes discretion and independent judgment in applying the nursing process to the provision of age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient care. Case manages and coordinates the continuum of care from referral through the treatment process in collaboration with the physician and the multidisciplinary team. Proactively manages daily clinic activities to ensure efficiency and timely patient visits. Implements research protocols in collaboration with the research team. Facilitates the empowerment of the nursing profession and embraces new knowledge, innovations and improvements in practice to enhance the patient experience and clinical outcomes. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum one year of nursing experience required.
• Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Basic Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
• Demonstrates proficient competencies in clinical oncology/hematology nursing.
• Ability to apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in oncology/hematology treatment modalities.
• Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required.
• Exhibit professional behavior at all times.
• Able to speak, read and write legibly in English with professional quality.
• Able to use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program.
• Able to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
• Able to perform technical patient care activities.
• Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others.
• Able to be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies.
• Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure.
• Able to lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate.
• Able to accept direction.
• Able to think critically.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to perform basic math and statistical functions.
• Able to manage multiple assignments effectively.
• Able to organize and prioritize workload.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Able to problem solve.
• Able to recall information with accuracy.
• Able to pay close attention to detail.
• Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
• Able to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
• Able to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place.
• Able to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position.
• Able to discern temperature variances through touch.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one year of oncology nursing preferred.
• One year case management or transitional care management experience preferred.
• Spanish preferred.
• Oncology Certification Nurse (OCN) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Case manages and coordinates the continuum of care from referral through the treatment process in collaboration with the physician and the multidisciplinary team.
• Proactively manages daily clinic activities to ensure efficiency and timely patient visits.
• Implements research protocols in collaboration with the research team.
• Facilitates the empowerment of the nursing profession and embraces new knowledge, innovations and improvements in practice to enhance the patient experience and clinical outcomes.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Benefits

• Equal opportunities in all aspects of the employment process to every individual, regardless of gender, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals requesting an accommodation due to a disability.

What This Job Offers

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