Oncology Nurse Navigator

OSF HealthCare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare is seeking an Oncology Nurse Navigator to join a multidisciplinary team in Peoria, IL. This role advocates, educates, and coordinates care for Oncology patients and participates in survivorship programs and quality reporting.

You will refer patients to supportive services and assess clinical, emotional, financial, and psychosocial needs. The ideal candidate has an active RN license, BLS, and Oncology navigation experience.

Qualifications

• REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 3 years Nursing
• Licensure/Certification: Current state RN license, Current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider certification
• Oncology or navigation certification within 3 years of hire

Responsibilities

• Advocates, educates and coordinates care for Oncology patients on a multidisciplinary team.
• Participates in survivorship programs and quality reporting measures.
• Refers patients to appropriate supportive services and community resources.
• Assesses clinical, emotional, spiritual, psychosocial, financial and other patient needs.
• Works with a multidisciplinary team to improve oncology services and trains oncology staff.

Skills

Care coordination

Oncology knowledge

Patient advocacy

Education

RN License

BLS Certification

Oncology Navigation Certification

BSN (Preferred)

Job description

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Pay range for this position is $34.25 - $51.13/hour. Actual pay is based on years of licensure. This is a Salaried position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Oncology Nurse Navigator functions on a multidisciplinary team, acting as an advocate, an educator and a coordinator of care for Oncology patients. Participates in the patient survivorship program based on site requirements. The Navigator participates in reporting on identified measures. Refers patients to appropriate supportive services and community resources. Assesses clinical, emotional, spiritual, psychosocial, financial and other patient needs. Works with a multidisciplinary team to provide improved comprehensive oncology services to patients and assists in training and education of oncology staff. Serves as a clinical resource with expertise in oncology care management in reinforcing education with patients & families, in addition to providing input on educational materials. Participates in cancer screening, prevention and educational events as appropriate for the site.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: 3 years Nursing
• Licensure/Certification: Current state RN license Current certification by the American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS Oncology or navigation certification within 3 years of hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: BSN
• Experience: 3 years Oncology Nursing Oncology or navigation certification

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.