Oncology Care Navigator RN - Lead Seamless Cancer Journeys

UnityPoint Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K matching

Dental and health insurance

Daily Pay / Early access to earned_wag

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an RN Navigator to guide oncology patients from diagnosis through survivorship as their primary contact, coordinating care across the continuum and reducing barriers to timely treatment. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, develop individualized care plans, educate patients and families, and monitor quality.

This role offers meaningful impact and opportunities to advance in supportive cancer care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; ADN is required.
• BSN preferred.
• 3 years of registered nursing experience is required.
• 2 years of oncology nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate end-to-end cancer care navigation and timely access to consultations, diagnostics, treatment, and follow-up services.
• Partner with multidisciplinary oncology teams to streamline care coordination and participate in tumor boards and case conferences.
• Serve as the primary patient and family liaison, providing education, advocacy, and support throughout diagnosis and treatment.
• Assess patient needs, address barriers to care, and connect individuals with social, financial, psychosocial, and community resources.
• Deliver personalized education on diagnoses and treatment options, ensuring patient understanding and shared decision-making.
• Facilitate seamless communication among physicians and departments to optimize care delivery and continuity.
• Develop and maintain patient tracking systems, ensuring data integrity and timely reporting.
• Monitor quality indicators and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Care coordination

Patient advocacy

Education to patients

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred

Job description

UnityPoint Health in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an RN Navigator to guide oncology patients from diagnosis through survivorship as their primary contact, coordinating care across the continuum and reducing barriers to timely treatment. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, develop individualized care plans, educate patients and families, and monitor quality.

This role offers meaningful impact and opportunities to advance in supportive cancer care.