Oncology Care Coordinator RN – Outpatient Impact

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 94,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA & FSA

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Pension Plan

Pet Insurance

EAP

Job summary

University Hospital in Newark, NJ is seeking an Oncology RN Clinical Care Coordinator to work with an oncologist in an outpatient setting. You will educate patients, coordinate care, assess responses to treatment, and act as the primary clinical contact for hematology and oncology patients, guiding them through the cancer care continuum.

The role requires a BSN, three years of hospital oncology experience, CPR certification, and relevant chemotherapy/oncology certifications; Spanish speakers are

Qualifications

• BSN required or equivalent healthcare field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of full-time experience in a hospital-based oncology setting.
• Spanish-speaking candidates are highly preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)/ONCC Chemotherapy Biotherapy Certificate and/or Radiation Therapy Certificate required, or must be obtained within the first ninety (90) days of employment.
• Oncology Certification (OCN) national certification preferred.
• Chemotherapy certification requirement remains as stated in the job description.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with oncologists to provide comprehensive care for assigned hematology and oncology patients in an outpatient setting.
• Serve as the primary clinical point of contact, supporting patients throughout the continuum of cancer care.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of patient symptoms, treatment response, psychosocial needs, and barriers to care.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, side effects, and symptom management strategies.
• Coordinate care across multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely follow-up, referrals, testing, and treatment interventions.
• Connect patients and families with appropriate internal and community resources based on individual needs.
• Provide telephone and MyChart triage, addressing patient concerns and escalating clinical issues to providers as appropriate.
• Support physicians and Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs) with patient follow-up, care coordination, and completion of disability and treatment-related documentation.
• Monitor and facilitate continuity of care to prevent gaps, delays, or obstacles in treatment.
• Serve as a clinical resource and subject matter expert for the assigned disease team.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, committee activities, and patient-centered programs that enhance oncology services and outcomes.
• Apply advanced oncology nursing knowledge and clinical expertise to support patients undergoing cancer treatment and survivorship care

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

BSN or related field

Master’s Degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Public Health, or related field

Job description

University Hospital in Newark, NJ is seeking an Oncology RN Clinical Care Coordinator to work with an oncologist in an outpatient setting. You will educate patients, coordinate care, assess responses to treatment, and act as the primary clinical contact for hematology and oncology patients, guiding them through the cancer care continuum.

The role requires a BSN, three years of hospital oncology experience, CPR certification, and relevant chemotherapy/oncology certifications; Spanish speakers are