Oncology Nurse Navigator

University of Maryland Medical System; Bel Air (MD); On-site; USD 53,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System is seeking an Oncology Nurse Navigator to coordinate care across the cancer continuum, from diagnosis through survivorship. The ONN will act as a clinician, educator, and case manager to enhance quality, outcomes, and patient satisfaction.

Ideal candidates hold an active Maryland RN license, oncology-specific certification (OCN preferred), and at least 3 years of oncology nursing experience; proficiency in electronic data management and MS Office is

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Maryland.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) is highly preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of specialized oncology nursing experience.
• Experience in case management and staff education.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care across the oncology continuum to optimize outcomes.
• Educate patients and families and facilitate access to resources.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and track patient progress.
• Lead and participate in education programs for staff and patients.

Skills

RN License

OCN Certification

Oncology Experience

Case Management

Educational Program Design

Electronic Health Records

MS Office

Epic Experience

Education

Maryland RN License

OCN Certification preferred

Tools

Epic

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Requirements

Reporting to the Director of Oncology Integrated Health, the Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) acts as a clinician, case manager, and educator to optimize clinical quality and patient outcomes. The ONN coordinates care across the entire continuum—from diagnosis through chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, survivorship, and palliative care. Functioning as a key multidisciplinary liaison and community representative, the ONN models advanced nursing practice while driving strategies to improve patient satisfaction, quality of care, and cost-effectiveness.

Job Requirements

Reporting to the Director of Oncology Integrated Health, the Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) acts as a clinician, case manager, and educator to optimize clinical quality and patient outcomes. The ONN coordinates care across the entire continuum—from diagnosis through chemotherapy, radiation, surgery, survivorship, and palliative care. Functioning as a key multidisciplinary liaison and community representative, the ONN models advanced nursing practice while driving strategies to improve patient satisfaction, quality of care, and cost-effectiveness.

Work Experience

Education & Training

License: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland (required).

Certifications: Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) highly preferred.

Core Expertise: Deep knowledge of nursing theory, oncology practice, adult learning principles, instructional design, and case management.

Work Orientation & Experience

Oncology Experience: minimum of 3 years of specialized oncology nursing experience.

Case Management & Education: Proven track record in clinical case management and designing, executing, and evaluating effective patient and staff educational programs.

Skills & Competencies

Clinical Excellence: Proficient with patient intake, triage, holistic assessment, and real-time care plan management and adaptation.

Care Coordination: Skilled in navigating multidisciplinary care teams, facilitating community resources, and tracking outcomes across the continuum of care.

Leadership & Initiative: Strong self-starter capable of managing competing priorities, driving independent initiatives, and maintaining precise attention to detail.

Communication & Collaboration: Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; adept at building relationships across clinical teams, leadership, external partners, and diverse patient populations.

Problem-Solving & Tech Savvy: Exceptional decision-making, crisis management, and organization skills. Tech-proficient in electronic data management and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access). Experience with Epic a plus.

Skills & Abilities: Ability to (a) monitor, assess and record patient progress against a plan of care, (b) adjust the plan of care based on assessed changes in patient status, (c) handle multiple priorities, (d) work independently and take initiative in achieving expected results. Demonstrate skills in: (e) planning, implementing and evaluating patient services (f) facilitating patient access to community resources (g) tracking and coordinating patient activities in relation to the plan of care (h) making effective decisions, (i) problem-solving, (j) crisis management (k) verbal and written patient and staff educational presentations, (l) organizing work, setting priorities, meeting deadlines, (m) attention to detail and follow through, , (n) working with physicians and multiple-specialty team members to coordinate educational events, (o) ability to work successfully with diverse types of individuals including, management staff, external organizations and the general public, and (p) is computer literate with proficiency in word processing, Excel, Access and data management skills.

Compensation

Benefits

• Pay Range: $38.67- $58.05
• Other Compensation (if applicable): n/a

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