Oncology Nurse Navigator – Care Coordination Expert

Trinity Health; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking an Oncology Nurse Navigator (RN) to guide oncology and hematology patients through their care journey. The role emphasizes advocacy, care coordination, and education in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Candidates should hold a Connecticut RN license, CPR certification, and preferably a BSN, with experience in oncology and Epic EMR. This full-time position is based in Hartford, CT at The Cancer Center, offering patient-centered care close to home.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
• Current Connecticut RN license in good standing.
• Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain).
• Experience in oncology, hematology, infusion, navigation, or care coordination preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, patient education, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records; Epic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care plans, appointments, treatments, referrals, and follow-up services for oncology and hematology patients.
• Assess patient needs and collaborate with providers to ensure safe, evidence-based care.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, symptom management, and resources.
• Monitor patient progress, document outcomes in Epic EMR, and communicate changes to providers.
• Facilitate chemotherapy scheduling, treatment authorizations, and coordination with pharmacy and clinical teams.
• Connect patients with support services, transportation, financial resources, survivorship programs, and clinical trials.
• Ensure medical records and treatment information are available for all visits.
• Support quality, compliance, and reporting initiatives (MIPS, QOPI, CoC, Medicare oncology requirements).
• Develop partnerships with community organizations and patient support groups to enhance access to care.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Communication

Organization

Education

BSN

Connecticut RN license

CPR certification

Tools

Epic

Job description

Trinity Health is seeking an Oncology Nurse Navigator (RN) to guide oncology and hematology patients through their care journey. The role emphasizes advocacy, care coordination, and education in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Candidates should hold a Connecticut RN license, CPR certification, and preferably a BSN, with experience in oncology and Epic EMR. This full-time position is based in Hartford, CT at The Cancer Center, offering patient-centered care close to home.