NURSE NAVIGATOR-Nurse Navigation-Ambulatory- 40HR Day Shift (8:30AM-5PM)-FCCC

Temple University Health System, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple University Health System seeks a Nurse Navigator for their Ambulatory Department to facilitate oncology care for patients. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and 5 years of experience, with responsibilities including care coordination and patient education. Join a dynamic team at Fox Chase Cancer Center dedicated to improving cancer care and outcomes.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in nursing with 2 years in oncology nursing required.
• RN License required for Pennsylvania.
• OCN certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide access to quality care for cancer patients and families.
• Assist patients along the continuum of care from diagnosis to survivorship.
• Serve as a clinical resource in oncology care management.

Skills

Oncology nursing

Care coordination

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Description - NURSE NAVIGATOR-Nurse Navigation-Ambulatory- 40HR Day Shift (8:30AM-5PM)-FCCC (253095)

NURSE NAVIGATOR-Nurse Navigation-Ambulatory- 40HR Day Shift (8:30AM-5PM)-FCCC - ( 253095 )

The Nurse Navigator functions to provide access to quality care for cancer patients/families. This is accomplished through expert oncology nursing practice in the areas of care giving, coordination, consultation, education and research (ONS Position Statement on Quality Care, 2007). The Nurse Navigator, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team assists patients along the continuum of care from abnormal findings, diagnosis and through survivorship. The navigator will serve as a clinical resource with expertise in oncology care management while also providing guidance to the patient related to scheduling appointments, removing access related barriers including insurance and transportation, and answering clinical care related question

Education
Bachelors Degree : Nursing (Required)
Masters Degree : Nursing (Preferred)

Experience
5 Years experience in nursing with 2 years in oncology nursing (Required)
1 Year experience as an oncology nurse case manager or patient navigator (Preferred)

License/Certifications
RN-LIC - PA Registered Nurse License (Required)
OCN - OCN - Oncology Cert Nurse (Preferred)
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Your Tomorrow is Here!

Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals. Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

To support this mission, Temple Health is continuously recruiting top talent to join its diverse, 10,000 strong workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for its patients, visitors, students and colleagues alike. At Temple Health, your tomorrow is here!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Your Tomorrow is Here!

As one of the first cancer hospitals in the country, Fox Chase Cancer Center has been a national leader in cancer treatment, research, and prevention for more than 100 years. Fox Chase Cancer Center, part of the Temple University Health System, is committed to providing the best treatment options for our patients, and delivering that care with compassion.

At Fox Chase, we consider defeating cancer to be our calling. Our unique culture allows employees to work collaboratively with a single, shared focus, regardless of which department they’re in.

It’s essential for us to recruit not only the best talent in hospital care, but hire well-qualified prospective employees who are committed to serving our patients with the passion and excellence for which Fox Chase is known. Apply today to be part of the future of prevailing over cancer.

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