Registered Nurse Navigator Oncology

Intermountain Health • St. George, UT

1d • $44 - $66 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for specialty care management for assigned clinics/geographical areas and other appropriate referrals within the Intermountain system. Assess, plan, educate, and advocate for patients' health needs by collaborating with the patient/family, physician(s), other health care providers, national organizations, and community resources. Collaboratively develop and implement a plan of care that meets the patient's healthcare goals, promotes shared-decision making, optimizes allocation of resources, and facilitates patient engagement and self-care management across the care continuum.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license in the state in which you practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Five years clinical (direct patient care) experience.
• RNs hired or promoted into this role need to have or obtain their BSN within three years of hire or promotion. (BSN not required for Nevada positions.)

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution (degree will be verified).
• Master's degree in nursing or a related field.
• Experience in quantitative and qualitative analysis and research methods.
• Prior leadership/supervisory experience.
• Two years of clinical experience with specialty population

Responsibilities

• Apply the Case Management Standards of Practice (Assess, Plan, Facilitate and Advocate) to manage care provided for assigned patient population.
• Assess patient's current and future needs by evaluating patient/family understanding of diagnosis and health management goals, collaborating with physicians and team members, and reviewing pertinent clinical information in order to identify and address barriers to care.
• Plan by working with patient/family and health care team to develop a treatment plan which enhances patient outcome.
• Facilitate by promoting communication between family and team members.
• Advocate by resolving barriers to care using available resources and processes.
• Work collaboratively with physician(s), patient/family, and other team members to develop goals and plan interventions ensuring seamless patient care and coordination.
• Communicate and document interactions and interventions.
• Initiate and attend team conferences.
• Identify the most appropriate patient acuity level: Provide care coordination and help facilitate symptom management and goals of care.
• Address financial, logistical, psychosocial, and practical barriers to timely care.
• Guide, educate, and advocate for patients across various care settings throughout the care continuum.
• Implement and model professional practices: Follow CMSA or approved specialty standards.
• Maintain expert knowledge of internal and external resources.
• Reinforce the role and importance of collaboration among health care professionals within an integrated system.
• Provide patient/family and staff education as identified.
• Lead and sustain program development: Participate in ongoing regional and system wide forums within Intermountain Healthcare and in the community to develop and implement processes that improve ability to meet goals.
• Revise, design and develop professional and educational materials as appropriate and in a coordinated manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Quantify and track activities: Document activities in standardized database or other identified forms.
• Participate in refinement of tracking tools.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution.
• The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates.
• Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

What This Job Offers

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