RN Coordinator, Neuro-Oncology Program

Cook Children's Health Care System•Fort Worth, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Neuro-Oncology Program Coordinator (the “Coordinator”) plays a critical role in advancing specialized pediatric care by managing both the clinical navigation of neuro-oncologic patient populations and the infrastructure development of the emerging Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Gliomas (DIPG) program. The Coordinator guides patients and families through complex multidisciplinary care pathways while ensuring seamless transitions between internal departments and external healthcare institutions. The Coordinator bridges clinical excellence with strategic program growth. This role is responsible for shaping program policies, leading quality initiatives to elevate patient care standards, and integrating the latest clinical research into daily practice. Serving as an expert resource, the Coordinator fosters strong relationships with internal medical teams, external healthcare partners, and community organizations to build a supportive network for families, raise program awareness, and champion the institution's overall mission and values.

Requirements

2 years of experience in Hematology / Oncology is required.
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is required.
Current licensure to practice professional nursing in Texas
Current BLS

Responsibilities

Manage the clinical navigation of neuro-oncologic patient populations.
Oversee the infrastructure development of the emerging Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Gliomas (DIPG) program.
Guide patients and families through complex multidisciplinary care pathways.
Ensure seamless transitions between internal departments and external healthcare institutions.
Shape program policies.
Lead quality initiatives to elevate patient care standards.
Integrate the latest clinical research into daily practice.
Foster strong relationships with internal medical teams, external healthcare partners, and community organizations.
Build a supportive network for families.
Raise program awareness.
Champion the institution's overall mission and values.