Centralized Thoracic Program Nurse Navigator

College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy; Pinehurst (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy seeks a Nurse Navigator to manage the continuum of care for oncology patients entering the centralized program through screening or incidental nodules identification. You will serve as the primary liaison between patients, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient patient throughput and compliant care.

This role requires strong clinical nursing experience, excellent communication across levels of staff, and proficient EHR

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved School of Nursing with a current North Carolina RN license or RN multi-state licensure privilege through the Nurse Licensure Compact.
• BSN preferred.
• Oncology experience is preferred.
• Minimum of two years of medical/surgical nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages the continuum of care for oncology patients entering the centralized program through screening and/or incidental nodules identification.
• Serves as the primary liaison between patients, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient patient throughput and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinates with Pharmacy, Nutrition and Therapeutics Committee and Director of Pharmacy as needed to access medications and supplies when necessary.

Skills

Oncology experience

Medical/surgical nursing

Electronic health record

Multi-tasking

Communication across staff levels

Analytical thinking

Self-directed

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred

Job description

Overview

An advanced clinical leader who manages the continuum of care for patients with chest and esophageal conditions entering the centralized program through screening and/or incidental nodule identification. Nurse Navigator serves as the primary liaison between patients, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient patient throughput, symptom triage, and regulatory compliance.

Relationships

Reports to: Administrative Director Oncology Services and Clinical Trials

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved School of Nursing with a current North Carolina RN licnese or RN multi-state licensure privilege through the Nurse Licensure Compact
• Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Oncology experience is preferred.
• Minimum of two years of medical/surgical nursing preferred.

Additional Skills

Professional individual capable of multi-tasking, performing independently and achieving positive outcomes with minimal supervision. Demonstrates above average skill in basic computer skills as well as electronic health record experience.

Candidates must show excellent attention to detail and effective follow through. Must be able to communicate with multiple levels of staff and providers. Facilitates project development and implementation. Demonstrates analytical thinking. Is open-minded, flexible, and self-directed.

Working Conditions

Primary office environment. Potential limited exposure to chemicals, radiation, hazardous materials, and bodily fluids.

Physical Requirements

Able to access entire facility. Able to lift and transport patients, supplies, and equipment. Demonstrates manual dexterity, hearing acuity, and verbal ability. Displays the ability to stand for long periods of time as well as walking, lifting, bending, and stooping during the workday. Has efficient endurance to perform tasks over long periods of time.

Psychosocial Requirements

Candidate must be able to deal with frustration and stress appropriately. In addition, able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing and displays advanced interpersonal skills.

Other

The Pharmacy, Nutrition and Therapeutics Committee and Director of Pharmacy have approved access to medications and related supplies (IV fluids, needles, etc.), which may or may not include access to a secure medication storage area, when such access is necessary to perform the other duties included in this job description.

Age Groups Served

Ages 18 and over