Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Nurse Patient Navigator

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

2d • $73,133 - $120,744

About The Position

The Nurse Patient Navigator serves as an advocate, interpreter, educator, and counselor for a group of patients. In collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, the navigator manages assigned patients’ care to support high-quality, comprehensive healthcare and ancillary services. The navigator is the single point of contact for assigned patients and caregivers and provides ongoing support throughout treatment. Clinical and nursing knowledge and skills are applied in carrying out the role.

The position follows documented physician or licensed independent provider orders and practices within Virginia nursing regulations, the ANA Code of Ethics, national nursing practice standards, and VCUHS policies, procedures, and practice guidelines. The navigator organizes and plans work with input from patients and families, identifies specific outcomes, and uses sound clinical judgment.

Work is primarily on weekdays, but evening or weekend work may be expected depending on assignment. The employee may be required to work at any VCUHS location. The compensation range is $73,133–$120,744; actual offers depend on relevant experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Requirements

• Current RN licensure in Virginia, or eligibility for Virginia licensure or licensure in a compact state at hire.
• Current RN licensure in Virginia for continued employment.
• AHA BLS Certification for continued employment.
• Specialty Nursing Certification in Nurse Navigation or the area of specialty within one year of hire.
• At least three years of relevant clinical experience in nursing, patient education, case management, and/or navigation.
• Previous experience in the specialty area.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing.

Nice To Haves

• Previous nurse navigation or leadership experience.
• Experience within an academic or teaching hospital.
• Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an advocate, interpreter, educator, and counselor for assigned patients.
• Manage assigned patients’ care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, comprehensive healthcare and ancillary services.
• Act as the single point of contact for assigned patients and caregivers.
• Provide support to patients and caregivers throughout treatment.
• Apply clinical and nursing knowledge and skills in performing job responsibilities.
• Follow documented physician or licensed independent provider medical and treatment orders and applicable nursing regulations, professional standards, ethics, and VCUHS policies and procedures.
• Organize and plan work with input from patients and families, identifying specific outcomes.
• Use sound clinical judgment based on nursing knowledge and experience.

What This Job Offers

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