Cancer Care Navigator: Patient Advocate & Care Coordinator

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health network is seeking an Oncology Nurse Navigator to serve as the primary contact for cancer patients and their families. In this role, you will manage care collaboratively with healthcare professionals, ensuring timely access to essential resources and services. This position requires strong advocacy, oncology nursing experience, and the ability to effectively coordinate patient care.

Qualifications

• 2 years RN oncology experience required.
• Current knowledge of clinical practices and information systems.
• Ability to interpret patient needs by age.

Responsibilities

• Provide a single point of contact for patients with cancer.
• Organize and facilitate Multidisciplinary Clinics.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop plans of care.

Skills

Advocacy for patients

Clinical caseload management

Patient care coordination

Bilingual skills (Spanish and English)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

RN - Licensed Registered Nurse in PA

OCN - Oncology Certified Nurse ONCC (within 3 years)

American Heart Association Basic Life Support

Job description

A leading health network is seeking an Oncology Nurse Navigator to serve as the primary contact for cancer patients and their families. In this role, you will manage care collaboratively with healthcare professionals, ensuring timely access to essential resources and services. This position requires strong advocacy, oncology nursing experience, and the ability to effectively coordinate patient care.