Oncology Nurse Navigator

MP RPO; Wolfeboro (NH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

MP RPO seeks an Oncology Nurse Navigator (RN) in New Hampshire to guide cancer patients from diagnosis through treatment and survivorship. You will educate patients, coordinate care among physicians and multidisciplinary teams, and act as a compassionate advocate for patients and families.

The role emphasizes documentation in the EMR, collaboration across services, and involvement in quality improvement and program development to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in New Hampshire.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to coordinate care across multidisciplinary teams.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary advocate for oncology patients and families throughout the care continuum.
• Educate patients on diagnosis, treatment options, resources, and care plans.
• Coordinate care among physicians, nurses, specialists, caregivers, and community resources.
• Identify and remove barriers to treatment by collaborating with providers.
• Follow up with patients after surgeries, hospitalizations, and treatments.
• Facilitate communication among clinicians and care teams.
• Coordinate hospice, home health, and supportive care services as appropriate.
• Manage documentation, care plans, histories, worklists, and results in the EMR.
• Support quality improvement, accreditation activities, and data collection.

Skills

RN license

Two years nursing experience

BLS certification

Communication skills

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Oncology Nurse Navigator (RN)

Full-Time

Make a Difference in the Lives of Cancer Patients

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse with oncology experience who is passionate about guiding patients through one of the most challenging journeys of their lives? We're seeking an Oncology Nurse Navigator (RN) to provide personalized support, education, and care coordination for oncology patients from diagnosis through treatment, survivorship, and beyond.

In this highly collaborative role, you'll serve as a patient advocate, helping individuals and their families navigate the healthcare system, overcome barriers to care, and ensure timely access to quality treatment and supportive resources.

What You’ll Do

As an Oncology Nurse Navigator, you'll be a vital member of the multidisciplinary oncology team, coordinating care and improving the patient experience throughout the cancer care continuum.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary advocate and resource for oncology patients and their families throughout diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.
• Educate patients on their diagnosis, treatment options, available resources, and care plans to support informed decision-making.
• Coordinate care between physicians, clinic nurses, specialists, caregivers, and community resources to ensure seamless transitions across the continuum of care.
• Identify and remove barriers to treatment by collaborating with internal and external healthcare providers.
• Follow up with patients after surgeries, hospitalizations, emergency department visits, chemotherapy treatments, and other significant care events.
• Facilitate communication among physicians, referring providers, patients, and multidisciplinary care teams.
• Coordinate hospice, home health, skilled nursing, survivorship, and other supportive care services as appropriate.
• Manage patient documentation, care plans, oncology histories, worklists, symptom management, and critical results using the electronic medical record.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives, accreditation activities, data collection, and departmental reporting.
• Support policy and procedure development while ensuring compliance with regulatory and oncology practice standards.
• Participate in staff education, professional development, and ongoing competency development within oncology nursing.
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality and uphold HIPAA standards.

Qualifications

Required

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Hampshire
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to effectively coordinate care across multidisciplinary teams
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach with excellent interpersonal skills

Preferred

• Previous oncology nursing experience
• Experience with care coordination or nurse navigation
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary oncology setting
• Familiarity with electronic medical records, preferably MediTech
• Oncology Nursing Certification (or willingness to obtain)

Certification Requirement

• Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire.

What You’ll Bring

• Is passionate about advocating for oncology patients and their families
• Thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare environment
• Communicates with empathy, professionalism, and compassion
• Demonstrates exceptional organizational and care coordination skills
• Is committed to continuous learning and professional development
• Maintains the highest standards of patient confidentiality and safety

Why Join Our Team?

You’ll become part of a collaborative healthcare organization dedicated to delivering exceptional cancer care. As an Oncology Nurse Navigator, you'll build meaningful relationships with patients and families while making a lasting impact on their healthcare journey. We offer a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to improve patient outcomes every day.