Oncology Nurse Navigator: Care Coordination & Support

Mercy; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Dependent Care FSA (annual $100)

Paid parental leave

401(k) with employer match

Paid PTO for volunteering

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Navigator for Oncology at Mercy South Sindelar Cancer Center. The nurse will coordinate care, educate patients and families, and support them through diagnosis, treatment, survivorship and follow-up.

In collaboration with oncologists and the interdisciplinary team, you will ensure timely, high-quality care, document in EPIC, and help patients navigate barriers to access and resources throughout their cancer journey.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• 2-3 years of nursing experience.
• BLS certification.
• BSN preferred.
• Oncology, infusion, hematology/oncology, care coordination, case management, or nurse navigator experience.
• OCN certification or willingness to obtain.
• Chemotherapy/biotherapy experience.
• ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and navigate care for oncology patients throughout diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and survivorship.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, procedures, side effect management, and available support resources.
• Facilitate communication between patients, providers, infusion services, imaging departments, specialty providers, and support teams.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop and execute individualized care plans.
• Assist with referrals, appointment coordination, treatment scheduling, and transitions of care.
• Monitor patient progress and proactively identify and address barriers to care.
• Provide emotional support and connect patients and families with appropriate community resources, financial assistance programs, and support services.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EPIC and other clinical systems.
• Track patient outcomes and quality metrics to support evidence-based practice and program development.
• Serve as a clinical resource for patients, families, providers, and staff throughout the continuum of cancer care.

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Navigator for Oncology at Mercy South Sindelar Cancer Center. The nurse will coordinate care, educate patients and families, and support them through diagnosis, treatment, survivorship and follow-up.

In collaboration with oncologists and the interdisciplinary team, you will ensure timely, high-quality care, document in EPIC, and help patients navigate barriers to access and resources throughout their cancer journey.