Oncology Nurse Navigator: Care Coordination & Early Detection

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an Oncology Nurse Navigator to coordinate care for patients with incidental pulmonary nodules across radiology, pulmonology, thoracic surgery, and oncology teams. This RN will support early cancer detection, timely follow-up, and patient safety through standardized processes.

The role involves navigating patients from identification to diagnostic resolution, applying evidence-based guidelines and ensuring seamless transitions to specialty care when

Qualifications

• RN with oncology and pulmonary knowledge.
• BSN required with advanced degree options to substitute.
• Current RN license in SC or compact state and BLS.

Responsibilities

• Navigate patients with incidental pulmonary nodules from identification through diagnostic resolution.
• Collaborate with radiology, pulmonology, thoracic surgery, oncology, and primary care teams to coordinate timely evaluation.
• Promote informed decision-making and ensure timely follow-up with standardized care across settings.

Skills

RN experience

Oncology care

Pulmonary knowledge

Care coordination

EMR (Epic)

Education

BSN required

MSN or DNP in lieu of BSN

SC RN license

BLS certification

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an Oncology Nurse Navigator to coordinate care for patients with incidental pulmonary nodules across radiology, pulmonology, thoracic surgery, and oncology teams. This RN will support early cancer detection, timely follow-up, and patient safety through standardized processes.

The role involves navigating patients from identification to diagnostic resolution, applying evidence-based guidelines and ensuring seamless transitions to specialty care when