Nurse Navigator: Cancer Center Intake & Care Coordination

UKH University of Kansas Hospital Authority; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is seeking a Nurse Navigator to support cancer center navigation and intake processes. As a licensed RN with clinical expertise, you will help streamline access to treatment and coordinate care across specialties, locations, and teams to ensure timely care for patients.

The role emphasizes education, patient support, and collaboration with physicians, schedulers, and care teams.

Qualifications

• RN with 3+ years of nursing experience.
• 1+ year of case management or ambulatory care coordination.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient navigation needs before first visit.
• Document assessments and interventions in EMR.
• Refer patients to navigation services as needed.
• Provide educational and emotional support during intake and planning.
• Coordinate scheduling with multidisciplinary providers.
• Collaborate with intake scheduler for complete medical info.
• Assist in coordinating diagnostic studies to start treatment.
• Build relationships with referring physicians and ensure follow-up.
• Complete intake logs and report metrics monthly.
• Demonstrate leadership and contribute to quality initiatives.

Skills

Case management

EMR usage

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Nursing

Master Degree in Nursing

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is seeking a Nurse Navigator to support cancer center navigation and intake processes. As a licensed RN with clinical expertise, you will help streamline access to treatment and coordinate care across specialties, locations, and teams to ensure timely care for patients.

The role emphasizes education, patient support, and collaboration with physicians, schedulers, and care teams.