Registered Nurse (RN) Oncology

Vighter Management Group • San Antonio, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Vighter is recruiting a Registered Nurse (RNs) Oncology Navigator to provide exceptional patient care at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, TX. The RN provides the full range of nursing services within the scope of practice for a variety of patient-centered specialties and ensures that all JCO standards for care are met during performance of patient care. RNs provide complex and comprehensive professional nursing services within the professional scope of practice for a variety of diagnoses for patients of all ages. Vighter is a Service Disabled, Veteran Owned Small Business that is accredited by both the Joint Commission and ISO-9001. With our dedication to continuous improvement, Vighter assists in the provision of the highest standards of care.

Requirements

• Must have exceptional customer service skills.
• Employees shall be technically proficient in the skills necessary to fulfill the job requirements, including ability to speak, understand, read and write English fluently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced changing environment with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational, scheduling and prioritization skills.
• An associate's degree in nursing is required.
• The RN shall have a minimum of two (2) years in last 4 years of clinical oncology experience working as an oncology RN or Oncology Nurse Navigator.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) / Advanced Life Support (ALS).
• Must be a Citizen of the United States of America.

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited university is preferred.
• A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited university is preferred.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN).
• Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse (AOCN).
• Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP), or Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Specialist (AOCNS).
• Graduate from a college or university accredited by Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Responsibilities

• Serve as an oncology nursing consultant/subject matter expert for BAMC.
• Provide direct and follow-up care to oncology patients, including monitoring and managing complex issues (chemotherapy side effects, comorbidities, psychosocial concerns).
• Provide individualized assistance to patients, families, & caregivers throughout the cancer continuum assisting patients to navigate through the healthcare system, addressing barriers to care.
• Provide education and resources to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Actively manage patients referred to civilian networks; collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Participate in multidisciplinary discharge planning and case management.
• Assist with preparation for and follow-up from Tumor Boards.
• Develop and update patient education materials, including Survivorship Care Plans.
• Participate in conferences and boards regarding continuity of care.
• Provide supportive therapy, counseling, and guidance to patients and families.
• May be designated to serve as team lead and provide orientation to other nurses.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Ability to manage multiple patients and coordinate care and identify and address barriers to care.
• Have a strong understanding of insurance, referrals, and community resources.
• An unshakeable adherence to quality and continuous process improvement.
• An apolitical, patient-centered focus that drives to enhanced care and patient satisfaction.
• Knowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient medical records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
• Performs other duties that may be assigned from time to time.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate + health and welfare paid in cash and comprehensive benefits package, with Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance available for W2 full-time employees.
• Company-paid basic Life and AD&D insurance.
• Best in class rates for Voluntary life insurance.
• Vacation accrual and paid holidays (Per SCA Rules).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree