Oncology Navigator RN

RWJBarnabas Health

New Brunswick (NJ)

On-site

USD 103,000 - 134,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical & Prescription

Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life & AD&D

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks an Oncology Navigator RN to guide patients and families through complex cancer care pathways. This role emphasizes access, equity, and timely care across departments, with a focus on education and culturally sensitive support.

The RN will coordinate resources, document care, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team while maintaining high standards of professionalism and patient-centered service.

Qualifications

Active New Jersey RN license in good standing.
Current BLS certification.
At least 2 years of hospital oncology experience.
Knowledge of chemotherapy regimens and infusion nursing care.
BSN required; MSN preferred.
EMR experience with EPIC.

Responsibilities

Patient-Centered Navigation across cancer care settings.
Resource coordination and advocacy for patients and families.
Education for patients, caregivers, and staff on treatment adherence and follow-up.

Skills

Oncology nursing

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Patient education

Documentation

PIN billing knowledge

Empathy

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

MSN preferred

Oncology Navigation certification within 3 years

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Req #: 0000260262
The Category: Nurses

Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ New Brunswick
Department: Oncology Navigator
Pay Range: $102,800.00 - $133,800.00 per year
Location: 165 Somerset Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Job Title: Oncology Navigator RN
Location: Morris Cancer Center
Department Name: Oncology Navigator
Req #: 0000260262
Status: Salaried
Shift: Day
Pay Range: $102,800.00 - $133,800.00 per year
Pay Transparency The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Registered Nurse (RN) – RWJBarnabas Health At RWJBarnabas Health, Registered Nurses become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. This RN role offers growth, supportive teamwork, and a culture committed to safety and continuous improvement. As a Registered Nurse, you will help advance patient care and strengthen the experience of individuals and families across our organization. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every RN is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose.
The Oncology Navigator RN is a registered professional nurse with clinical oncology knowledge who works in multiple departments to provide individualized culturally sensitive assistance to patients, families, and caregivers to help overcome healthcare system barriers. Using the nursing process provides education and resources to facilitate informed decision-making and timely access to quality health and psychosocial care throughout all phases of the care continuum
As a Registered Nurse (RN), a typical day may include:

Patient-Centered Navigation: Proactively and effectively guides and monitors patients and families through complex cancer care systems, ensuring access, equity, and continuity of care across settings,
Resource Coordination & Advocacy: Assesses clinical and non-clinical needs connecting patients to resources (e,g,, financial, transportation, psychosocial), while proactively advocating for the patient,
Education & Engagement: Educates patients, caregivers, and staff on treatment adherence, follow-up, and culturally sensitive care practices to promote informed decision making and compliance,
Team Collaboration & Communication: Collaborates with the navigation team, and multidisciplinary team to support care plans, demonstrating strong communication, and problem-solving skills in a self-motivated patient centered care setting,
Professionalism & Documentation: Exhibits compassion, cultural humility, and integrity while maintaining accurate documentation using standardized tools and charting guidelines to track patients and outcomes,
Tracks and documents time spent in accordance with PIN billing requirement, demonstrating support of eligible navigation services provided,
Quality: Participate in quality improvement, accreditation, and program evaluation initiatives,
May perform other duties as assigned or directed by management,

This role might be for you if:

Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
Strong clinical judgment guides your decisions, even as priorities shift
Thriving in a fast paced environment energizes you, especially where teamwork drives outcomes
A commitment to evidence-based practice shapes your daily work
Empathy and professionalism are central to your approach
Continuous learning and professional growth matter to you
A collaborative team culture is something you actively help strengthen

To be considered for this Oncology Navigator opportunity, you must hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. A bachelor’s degree in nursing is required. MSN is preferred. As is prior patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. At least 2 years of hospital oncology experience. Must have knowledge and hands on experience with chemotherapy regimens, safe handling. Infusion nursing practice with chemotherapy & immunotherapy coordination is required. Oncology Navigation certification required within drei years of employment
This position offers consistent Monday through Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with some occasional weekend rotation, allowing you to build strong patient relationships while maintaining balance.
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.