Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Oncology Prior Authorization Specialist - Monday-Friday

What’s Upstate; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Bassett Healthcare Network in upstate New York is seeking a Patient Care Coordinator LPN to support Oncology referrals and coordinate access to antineoplastic drugs. Working under the Oncology Nurse Supervisor, you will ensure timely treatment, advocate for patients, and bridge gaps between providers, clinics, and managed care.

The role requires a Practical Nursing Program graduate, NYS LPN license (RN may be accepted), and a commitment to documentation, communication, and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Practical Nursing Program, required
• Minimum 1 year experience in Nursing, preferably Oncology
• Minimum 1 year prior experience with obtaining referrals and accessing patient services, required
• Current NYS Nursing Licensure as LPN, required; RN License would be accepted
• BLS Certification within 6 months of hire, required

Responsibilities

• Provides care and coordinates treatment for Cancer Institute patients
• Ensures patient referrals within Bassett Network and to outside medical service facilities are completed in a timely manner
• Obtains prior authorization for treatment/therapy plans and medications
• Coordinates on-time delivery of cancer drugs to patients through specialty/local pharmacies
• Investigates financial resources for patient assistance including sponsorships and programs
• Advocates for patients to ensure care preserves autonomy, dignity and rights
• Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner
• Maintains current LPN licensure
• Provides evidence of completion of required annual training and competency validation
• Practs within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice
• Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed

Skills

Attention to Detail

Build Relationships

Clinical Skills

Communication

Computer Skills

Time Management

Reading/Writing/Comprehension

Multi-Tasking

Education

Practical Nursing Program

Job description

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

What you'll do

Under the supervision of the Oncology Nurse Supervisor, the Patient Care Coordinator LPN coordinates the referral process for medical and radiation oncology patients and obtains access to antineoplastic drugs from specialty pharmacies and pharmaceutical companies. The Patient Care Coordinator bridges coverage gaps for patients to ensure timely treatment and maximize financial benefit for patients. The Patient Care Coordinator is responsible for accurate, timely, and thorough review of referrals, patient advocacy for access to care, and appropriate scheduling and tracking of appointments for patients referred by BCI providers to non-Bassett specialists, clinics and treatment centers. The Patient Care Coordinator provides clinical information to case managers at insurance companies on behalf of the BCI patients to obtain medically necessary treatment and services. The Patient Care Coordinator I also serves as an effective liaison between BCI providers, non-Bassett specialists and clinics, patients, and managed care administrative staff.

• Provides care and coordinates treatment for Cancer Institute patients
• Ensures patient referrals within the Bassett Network and to outside medical service facilities are completed in a timely manner as observed by direct supervisory observation and chart documentation
• Obtains prior authorization for treatment/ therapy plans, and medications to ensure adherence to the prescribed plan of care. Documentation of authorization is completed in the patient record/referral
• Coordinates on time delivery of cancer drugs to patients through, specialty pharmacies, and local pharmacies
• Investigates financial resources for patient assistance including pharmaceutical sponsorship, non-for-profit funding, and patient assistance programs and enlists the assistance of social work and financial counselor’s as necessary
• Advocates for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient’s autonomy, dignity and rights
• Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner
• Maintains current LPN licensure
• Provides to supervisor evidence of completion of all required annual training and competency validation
• Practices within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice
• Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed

What we need from you

Education:

• Graduation from a Practical Nursing Program, required

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year experience in Nursing, preferred
  • Preferably Oncology Nursing
• Minimum 1 year prior experience with obtaining referrals and accessing patient services, required

License/ Certification:

• Current NYS Nursing Licensure as LPN, required
  • RN License would be accepted
• BLS Certification within 6 months of hire, required

Skills:

• Attention to Detail
• Build Relationships
• Clinical Skills
• Communication
• Computer Skills
• Time Management
• Reading/Writing/Comprehension
• Multi-Tasking

Physical Requirements:

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling pushing, reaching, standing, stooping
• Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, repetitive motion, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking
• Constant seeing/monitor/computer use, fit testing

Hazards:

• Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure
• Occasional radiation/radiant energy

Working Conditions:

• Occasional odors

Travel:

• No travel required

Total Rewards

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

We are also offering a sign-on bonus for this position! The bonus amounts are based on the position type and are listed below. Additional details and eligibility requirements will be discussed during the interview process. Current employees of Bassett Healthcare Network are not eligible and are encouraged to apply through the internal job board. At the discretion of leadership, this program may terminate or be suspended at any time.

Bonus Amount:

• RN (excluding management) sign-on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $20,000 for full time
• LPN sign on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $10,000 for full time

Eligible Employers:

• A.O. Fox Hospital, Bassett Medical Center, Cobleskill Regional Hospital, Little Falls Hospital, O'Connor Hospital, Valley Health Services and Valley Residential Services

Pay Transparency

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum

USD $25.74/Hr.

Pay Range Maximum

USD $38.69/Hr.

We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.