Registered Nurse RN Oncology Nurse Navigator
About The Position
POSITION SUMMARY: The Oncology Nurse Navigator functions on a multidisciplinary team, acting as an advocate, an educator and a coordinator of care for Oncology patients. Participates in the patient survivorship program based on site requirements. The Navigator participates in reporting on identified measures. Refers patients to appropriate supportive services and community resources. Assesses clinical, emotional, spiritual, psychosocial, financial and other patient needs. Works with a multidisciplinary team to provide improved comprehensive oncology services to patients and assists in training and education of oncology staff. Serves as a clinical resource with expertise in oncology care management in reinforcing education with patients & families, in addition to providing input on educational materials. Participates in cancer screening, prevention and educational events as appropriate for the site.
Requirements
- 3 years Nursing experience
- Current state RN license
- Current certification by the American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS
- Oncology or navigation certification within 3 years of hire
Nice To Haves
- BSN
- 3 years Oncology Nursing
- Oncology or navigation certification
Responsibilities
- Advocate for Oncology patients
- Educator for Oncology patients
- Coordinator of care for Oncology patients
- Participates in the patient survivorship program based on site requirements
- Participates in reporting on identified measures
- Refers patients to appropriate supportive services and community resources
- Assesses clinical, emotional, spiritual, psychosocial, financial and other patient needs
- Works with a multidisciplinary team to provide improved comprehensive oncology services to patients
- Assists in training and education of oncology staff
- Serves as a clinical resource with expertise in oncology care management in reinforcing education with patients & families, in addition to providing input on educational materials
- Participates in cancer screening, prevention and educational events as appropriate for the site
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What This Job Offers
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
