Oncology Nurse Navigator: Care Coordination & Support

Care New England; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nurse Navigator functions on the multidisciplinary team as an advocate, interpreter, educator, and counselor for oncology patients. It ensures adult oncology patients receive quality services and coordinates care throughout the continuum with the team.

Requires a BSN, 5+ years of oncology nursing, Rhode Island RN licensure, CPR certification, and Oncology Nursing Society certification. Nurse Navigation Certification preferred and/or obtained within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Rhode Island is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Oncology Nursing Society certification is required.
• Nurse Navigation Certification preferred and/or obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Advocate, interpret, educate and counsel oncology patients and families.
• Coordinate patient care across the continuum in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Serve as a clinical resource with oncology care management expertise.
• Provide patient education and information to support seamless care.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold patient rights.

Skills

Nursing

Oncology care

Care coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

The Nurse Navigator functions on the multidisciplinary team as an advocate, interpreter, educator, and counselor for oncology patients. It ensures adult oncology patients receive quality services and coordinates care throughout the continuum with the team.

Requires a BSN, 5+ years of oncology nursing, Rhode Island RN licensure, CPR certification, and Oncology Nursing Society certification. Nurse Navigation Certification preferred and/or obtained within 6 months of hire.