Cancer Care Navigator: Patient‑Centered Oncology Support

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 126,480,000 - 313,791,000; Full time

Job summary

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston is seeking an Oncology Nurse Navigator to guide patients, families and caregivers through the cancer journey with individualized education and resources. The ONN uses nursing processes to assess needs, deliver care across the continuum, and collaborate with clinicians for timely psychosocial support.

The role emphasizes patient-centered, compassionate care, engagement in program development, and adherence to nursing standards and ethics as part of a

Qualifications

• Education: Associate Degree in Nursing; BSN strongly preferred.
• Ambulatory/oncology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in day-to-day program operations including patient education and call triage.
• Participates in program evaluation and development of strategic goals.
• Participates in QA/QI projects and supports research activities.
• Acts as a liaison between patients, families, and providers to optimize outcomes.
• Maintains evidence-based nursing practice and patient safety compliance.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Independent decisions

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston is seeking an Oncology Nurse Navigator to guide patients, families and caregivers through the cancer journey with individualized education and resources. The ONN uses nursing processes to assess needs, deliver care across the continuum, and collaborate with clinicians for timely psychosocial support.

The role emphasizes patient-centered, compassionate care, engagement in program development, and adherence to nursing standards and ethics as part of a