Oncology Nurse Navigator

LE101 North Mississippi Medical Center, Inc; Mississippi; On-site; USD 79,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services in Mississippi is seeking a Nurse Navigator in Oncology to manage patient care coordination, educate patients and caregivers, and collaborate with the care team to ensure evidence-based treatment.

The role emphasizes identifying care gaps, analyzing data, and guiding patients through diagnosis, treatment options, pre- and post-visit planning, and resource referrals. Strong communication and nursing background are essential in a dynamic team setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required; Master’s not required.
• RN licensure in Mississippi or state of practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acts as clinical liaison for new cancer patients and coordinates care.
• Educates patients and caregivers on diagnosis and resources available.
• Gathers data and analyzes care metrics to identify improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical liaison

Education

Data analysis

Care coordination

Nursing background

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Nursing (not required)

Job description

We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Department: 10907241 Oncology Service Line Administration Work Shift: variable day shift, mainly 8am-4:30pm

Job Description: The Nurse Navigator - Oncology at North Mississippi Health Services plays a crucial role in providing patient care management and coordination for the oncology patient population. They act as a clinical liaison, educate patients and caregivers on diagnosis and available resources, and collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure evidence-based care. The Nurse Navigator also analyzes data, identifies care gaps, and makes recommendations to improve services and patient outcomes.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Patient Care Management:

• Acts as clinical liaison for newly proposed cancer patients.
• Develops and manages processes that directly improve care management and care coordination for the oncology patient population.
• Assists patient care team in providing high quality care in a cost-effective manner.
• Evaluates patient progress and intervenes as necessary to ensure optimal patient outcome.
• Assesses patient benefits and coordinates care.

Educator:

• Provides education and information to patient/caregiver on diagnosis and resources/services available.
• Keeps patient/caregivers involved in care plan.
• Actively engages patients in self-management and education.

Reporting:

• Gathers and analyzes data and issues recommendations to improve services/care.
• Coordinates/facilitates case presentation at tumor conferences.

Communication:

• Develops relationship with patients and provides emotional support.
• Pre-Visit Planning. Identify and contact patients with care gaps prior to their scheduled appointments.
• Coordinate care and ensure results are available prior to appointment with physician.
• Post-Visit Planning. Follow -up with patient to ensure individual plan of care is being followed.
• Assesses patient progress toward individual goals and notify physician when issues arise that prevent patient progress towards goals.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication required.
• Working knowledge of computer and software programs required.
• Ability to work well with providers, physicians and staff.
• Works closely with oncology care providers to provide evidence based care.
• Understands organizational process and demonstrated knowledge of patient centered care.
• Researches strategies for evidence based improvements and assists multi-disciplinary team in developing and implementing improvements.
• Utilizes creative and critical thinking.
• Provides clinical expertise on cancer/cancer care to patients and staff members.
• Must have extensive contact with: patients, physicians, and all NMMC personnel.
• Must convey a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve.
• Builds awareness of navigator position with care providers.

Physical Demands

• Standing. Constantly
• Walking. Constantly
• Sitting. Occasionally
• Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 50 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling. Frequently
• Climbing. Occasionally
• Balancing. Occasionally
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Occasionally
• Reaching/Over Head Work. Occasionally
• Grasping. Frequently
• Speaking. Constantly
• Hearing. Constantly
• Repetitive Motions. Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently

Salary Range: $79,227.20 - $118,830.40

Education: Bachelor’s Degree | Nursing | Required Master’s Degree | Nursing | Not Required

Certifications: Registered Nurse (MS) - MS Board of Nursing North Mississippi Health Services is a large rural health care system with state-of-the-art facilities in Mississippi and Alabama. We have career opportunities ranging from inpatient hospital care to 70+ rural health and specialty clinics, a variety of outpatient, women’s and behavioral health services and many additional support services. Our team of over 7,000 works together every day toward our shared mission – to continuously improve the health of the people of our region.