Nurse Navigator: Cancer Care & Patient Access

Wellstar Health System; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wellstar Health System Nurse Navigator role is a licensed RN with disease-specific knowledge who guides patients, families and caregivers through cancer care, ensuring timely access to services and collaboration across the care team. It is a patient- and provider-facing position with in-person, phone, and electronic communication.

Core duties include establishing and growing navigation programs, coordinating care with specialty clinics, and supporting program development and performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required; master's preferred.
• RN license required with state license upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert in nursing navigation and improve care timeliness.
• Coordinate care across clinics, document activities, and promote interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Maintain professional competency, mentor staff, and participate in program development.

Skills

Fast-paced

Time management

Critical thinking

Emergency response

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing

Master's in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

The Wellstar Health System Nurse Navigator role is a licensed RN with disease-specific knowledge who guides patients, families and caregivers through cancer care, ensuring timely access to services and collaboration across the care team. It is a patient- and provider-facing position with in-person, phone, and electronic communication.

Core duties include establishing and growing navigation programs, coordinating care with specialty clinics, and supporting program development and performance