Oncology Nurse Navigator - Care Coordination Specialist

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); South Carolina; On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oncology Nurse Navigator at MUHA provides individualized support to patients and caregivers, guiding them through evaluation and treatment pathways for incidental pulmonary nodules. The role emphasizes timely follow-up, evidence-based care, and coordination across radiology, pulmonology, thoracic surgery, and oncology teams.

The nurse leverages oncology and pulmonary knowledge to reduce barriers to care, support decision-making, and ensure high-quality patient-centered navigation within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
• Three years of related clinical nursing experience; oncology experience preferred.
• RN licensure by SC Board of Nursing or compact state; BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Navigate patients with incidental pulmonary nodules from identification through diagnostic resolution.
• Coordinate care with radiology, pulmonology, thoracic surgery, oncology, and primary care.
• Promote informed decision-making and timely access to care; ensure consistent care coordination across the continuum.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Care coordination

Communication

EPIC/EHR (EMR)

Confidentiality

Cultural competence

Education

BSN

MSN/DNP substitution for BSN

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

The Oncology Nurse Navigator at MUHA provides individualized support to patients and caregivers, guiding them through evaluation and treatment pathways for incidental pulmonary nodules. The role emphasizes timely follow-up, evidence-based care, and coordination across radiology, pulmonology, thoracic surgery, and oncology teams.

The nurse leverages oncology and pulmonary knowledge to reduce barriers to care, support decision-making, and ensure high-quality patient-centered navigation within a