Nurse Navigator - Leukemia

John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center; Neptune City (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Nurse Navigator specializing in oncology. This role is pivotal in guiding patients through their treatment journey, ensuring they receive timely access to care and support. With a focus on collaboration, the Nurse Navigator will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient experiences and outcomes. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients battling leukemia, all while working within a supportive and innovative environment that values teamwork and personal growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education

Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required, with a focus on oncology preferred.
• Minimum of two years of nursing experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates outpatient care for oncology patients from diagnosis to survivorship.
• Builds relationships with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Skills

Communication Skills

Patient Care

Oncology Knowledge

Documentation Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

2 years of nursing experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Join to apply for the Nurse Navigator - Leukemia role at John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Nurse Navigator - Leukemia role at John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

Apply

• Requisition # 2025-162982
• ShiftDay
• StatusFull Time with Benefits
  
  

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better.

At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Under the direction of the local leadership, the Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) navigates the patient's journey (starting with pre diagnosis) and continues throughout the treatment continuum. In collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, which may include PCP's, surgeons, GYN, GI, oncologists, etc and the entire healthcare team, the ONN supports the oncology patient and facilitates access and timeliness to care. The ONN makes referrals as applicable (not limited to) financial counseling, nutrition, social worker.

This Nurse Navigator position is for the John Theurer Cancer Center @ Jersey Shore University Medical Center. The position is for 4 10-hour shifts per week, no weekends. 2 years of Oncology/Leukemia/BMT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

A day in the life of a Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Coordinates and navigates outpatient care for oncology patients. Identifies new patients during pre-diagnosis journey and offers navigation services from the beginning of the patient's diagnosis journey to survivorship or end of life.
• Builds and maintains professional relationships with the medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgeons, other medical physicians and professionals involved in the patients care.
• Establishes communication with physicians, physician extenders and their office staff to outline navigation programs and available resources. Collaborates with the primary medical oncologist, radiation oncologist and/ or oncology surgeon, to act as a resource for the patient and family beginning during initial consultation and continuing through treatment.
• Maintains a communication system which ensures comprehensive and timely transmission of information to physicians, nursing staff, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Facilitates access to services. Tracks the flow of patients through diagnostic and treatment services. Documents assessment and follow up notes in the patients' medical record via SMART PHRASE (as applicable). Provides monthly report of activity to the Director/RN Manager/designee.
• Provides ongoing assessment of patient needs including, but not limited to (and makes referrals as needed) educational, financial, psychosocial, nutritional,and clinical; connects patients and families to available resources within the health system and in the community.
• Works collaboratively with the research department.
• Participates and prepares for the Tumor Board as needed.
• SURVIVORSHIP CARE PLAN - For applicable patients, gathers all information required by the Commission on Cancer and formulates a survivorship care plan at the end of treatment. Distributes and discusses survivorship care plan with the patient and family and other appropriate providers per protocol.
• Develops and participates in performance improvement activities and development of guidelines in collaboration with Medical Directors and physician leaders to improve patient outcomes, assures appropriate utilization of resources and increases patient satisfaction.
• Participates in department specific committees. Represents patient navigation services at committee meetings. Provides detailed reports on patients served. Ensures all requirements of regulatory standards for patient care are met.
• Represents the Cancer Program's services to the community as applicable. Collaborates with marketing for brochures and other marketing materials. Identifies and links patients to available community partners and services. Works with an outreach team to promote service and community awareness.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
  
  

Qualifications

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (Note: this applies to team members hired on or after March 2024).
• Minimum of two years of experience in nursing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.
  
  

Education, Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Preferred

• Oncology experience preferred but not required.
  
  

Licenses And Certifications Required

• NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License.
  
  

Licenses And Certifications Preferred

• Oncology Certified Nurse.
  
  

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.

Our Network

Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is a Mandatory Influenza Vaccination Facility

As a courtesy to assist you in your job search, we would like to send your resume to other areas of our Hackensack Meridian Health network who may have current openings that fit your skills and experience.

Apply

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Nurse Navigator” roles.

Brick, NJ $70,920.00-$117,990.00 2 months ago

Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health Director

Long Branch, NJ $70,920.00-$117,990.00 3 months ago

Lakewood, NJ $70,920.00-$117,990.00 2 months ago

Lakewood, NJ $70,920.00-$117,990.00 2 months ago

Toms River, NJ $70,920.00-$117,990.00 3 months ago

Registered Nurse - Education / Instruction

Registered Nurse - Education / Instruction

Long Branch, NJ $70,920.00-$117,990.00 2 months ago

Home Visitor RN-Nurse-Family Partnership

Clinical Nurse Leader - Nursing Administration (Part Time) Not benefit eligible

REGISTERED NURSE - HYBRID POSITION PREOP/PACU - P/T WITH BENEFITS EVENINGS

Nurse Manager (LPN) - Clinical Unit Day Shifts - Sign-on Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) (Flexible Staffing Unit) (Rates from $44 to $61.63 per hour + $12 per hour float diff)

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.