Cancer Care Nurse Navigator: Patient Pathway Guide

Wellstar Health System; Harlem (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Nurse Navigator in Georgia to support patients, families, and caregivers through the cancer continuum. The NN provides education and resources to facilitate informed decisions and timely access to care, interfacing in person, by phone, and electronically.

The role emphasizes improving access to care, collaboration with program leaders, and adherence to Wellstar safety and quality standards while promoting patient-centered care across services.

Qualifications

• Nursing education as listed (Associate/Bachelor's; BSN preferred).
• Required certifications at hire: BLS or equivalent; RN license (single state) or compact.
• Experience: minimum 3 years nursing; 2 years disease-specific experience; outpatient care/coordination preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as nurse navigator and subject matter expert in cancer care navigation.
• Coordinate care across specialty clinics and multidisciplinary rounds.
• Ensure timely documentation, adherence to safety standards, and patient-centered communication.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Time management

Critical thinking

Evidence-based practice

Education

Associates Degree

Diploma in Nursing

BSN Preferred

Job description

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Nurse Navigator in Georgia to support patients, families, and caregivers through the cancer continuum. The NN provides education and resources to facilitate informed decisions and timely access to care, interfacing in person, by phone, and electronically.

The role emphasizes improving access to care, collaboration with program leaders, and adherence to Wellstar safety and quality standards while promoting patient-centered care across services.