Nurse Navigator - Oncology 40hrs

Mass General Brigham; Dover (NH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a qualified nurse to coordinate and manage complex patient care needs. You will be the primary contact for accessing services, diagnostics, and treatment coordination, while educating patients and families about the healthcare system and available resources.

The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, 2–3 years of acute care or discharge planning experience, and an RN license. Hybrid work location is indicated with a 40-hour schedule.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required.
• Experience: 2–3 years in acute care or provider practice or discharge planning.
• Licenses: RN license (state) and BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
• Coordinates services with physicians to ensure patient-centered plans of care.
• Communicates patient observations and changes in condition to the care team.
• Assists with discharge planning and coordinates post-discharge needs.
• Educates patients and families on navigating the healthcare system and available resources.

Skills

Attention to detail

Cultural awareness

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

M-F between the hours of 7:30am -5:30pm. Salary Range: $80,000 - $142,448.80 - Pay is based on experience.

Summary Coordinates and manages the complex care needs of patients, serving as the primary point of contact for accessing services, diagnostic testing, treatment coordination, scheduling, patient and family education, and collaboration with the multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop individualized care plans for assigned patients.
• Partners with physicians to establish appropriate, patient-centered plans of care and coordinate necessary services.
• Communicates relevant patient observations, responses, and changes in condition to appropriate healthcare professionals, including primary care providers, social workers, and department leadership.
• Assesses and coordinates patient discharge planning needs in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Identifies and resolves patient care concerns by utilizing multidisciplinary team resources and strategies.
• Educates patients and families on navigating the healthcare system, accessing services, and understanding available resources.

Qualifications

Education Bachelor's Degree Nursing required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred

Basic Life Support

• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Various Issuers preferred

Experience

Experience in an acute care setting and/or provider practice and/or experience in a community-based role or with discharge/transitional planning background 2-3 years required 2-3 years

Oncology Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Strong cultural awareness competencies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Maintains good communication skills.
• Readily adapts to change and welcomes new approaches when circumstances demand it.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
Talking Constantly (67-100%)
Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type Hybrid Work Location 789 Central Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $58,656.00 - $142,448.80/Annual Grade 98TEMP

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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