Oncology Nurse Care Navigator

Advocate Health; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking an Oncology Nurse Care Coordinator to facilitate timely, integrated cancer care and provide education and psychosocial support to patients at the Creticos Cancer Center. This role advocates for patients, coordinates care with physicians, and serves as a liaison across hospital departments to address oncology patient needs.

The position emphasizes multidisciplinary planning, patient advocacy, and improving care experience while ensuring alignment with treatment plans

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in the state of practice.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required.
• 3–5 years of nursing experience including assessments and care planning.
• CPR certification required.
• OCN certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care and education for cancer patients and families.
• Serve as liaison between patients and physicians to optimize treatment planning.
• Provide psychosocial support, referrals, and care coordination throughout diagnosis and treatment.
• Advocate for patient satisfaction and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

RN license

CPR certification

OCN preferred

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking an Oncology Nurse Care Coordinator to facilitate timely, integrated cancer care and provide education and psychosocial support to patients at the Creticos Cancer Center. This role advocates for patients, coordinates care with physicians, and serves as a liaison across hospital departments to address oncology patient needs.

The position emphasizes multidisciplinary planning, patient advocacy, and improving care experience while ensuring alignment with treatment plans