RN, Nurse Navigator (Oncology)

Saint Francis Health System

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The oncology nurse navigator is responsible for coordination of care across the continuum for hematology/oncology patients. This position is responsible for the overall coordination of care for the individual by facilitating timely appointments, communication between providers, etc. This position serves as a link to community services and works collaboratively with other healthcare team members to help achieve the goals of improved patient care, experience and outcomes.

Requirements

Has completed the basic professional curricula of a school of nursing as approved and verified by a state board of nursing, and holds or is entitled to hold a diploma or degree therefrom.
Valid multi-state or State of Oklahoma Registered Nurse License.
Minimum of 3 years related experience.
Customer-focused approach, with a broad definition of customer.
Proficiency in applying nursing theories, evidence-based nursing knowledge, problem solving skills.
Knowledge of pathophysiology of specific disease processes.
Understanding of oncology treatment modalities and rationales including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, symptom management, survivor care, and surveillance.
Understanding of current clinical guidelines for cancer treatment plan (i.e., NCCN guidelines).
Effective skills in collaboration, coaching, mentoring, listening, participative decision-making, negotiating and team building skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, tact and positive demeanor.
Ability and desire to establish and maintain rapport with physicians and organizational personnel.
Outcomes driven decision making.
Ability to plan, develop, implement and administer health related programs.
Ability to work autonomously, establishing benchmarks for success, and reporting these.
Demonstrates understanding of and commitment to the organization's mission and values.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of three years experience in an oncology nursing or patient education role preferred.

Responsibilities

Participates in multidisciplinary tumor boards/conferences and assists in facilitating the plan of care determined with the goal of helping to expedite the diagnosis and treatment process.
Establishes patient relationships by assessing the patient's understanding of plan of care, assisting patients and families with understanding medical terminology, adjusting to diagnosis and adherence to treatment plan.
Performs nursing functions of proficiently maintaining accurate documentation, using appropriate channels of referral and effectively communicating with all healthcare team members.
Provides continuity of care and remains as a point of contact throughout the entire cancer care experience from pre-diagnosis through survivorship, palliative/hospice care and end of life, as applicable. This involves coordinating appointments and at times attending consultations as warranted, meeting with patients and families and being available by phone for patient questions and concerns.
Provides consistent reinforcement of education and understanding of disease process and treatment process to patients and families.
Contributes to efforts to assure quality services are provided in a timely and cost effective manner.
Actively participates in the Oncology Service Line and Cancer Committee.
Attends community health fairs and events as part of outreach activities to help educate the public about cancer prevention, etc.