Oncology Nurse Navigator: Care Coordinator & Patient Advocate

Silvercross; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

PTO and Sick time

401(k) plan with a match

Wellness program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Silver Cross Hospital is seeking an Oncology Nurse Navigator to coordinate patient care through the cancer care continuum. The role acts as a clinical liaison, assessing needs and facilitating treatment planning with the multidisciplinary team.

The position requires an RN with an Illinois license and BSN, with two years in hematology/oncology; OCN or chemotherapy provider credentials preferred. This on-site role supports discharge planning, education, and quality initiatives within Cancer Center.

Qualifications

• RN with Illinois license; BSN required.
• Minimum two years hematology/oncology nursing experience.
• OCN or Oncology Chemotherapy Provider preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care across services and departments.
• Assess clinical, emotional, spiritual, psychosocial, financial, and other patient needs.
• Educate patients and families on disease, treatments, side effects, and reportable signs/symptoms.
• Coordinate discharge planning with family, social workers, home nursing, oncologists, and physicians.
• Document multidisciplinary recommendations and care plans.
• Promote education and preventive screening programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

RN license (Illinois)

BSN degree

Tools

OCN Certification

ONS Chemotherapy Provider

Job description

Silver Cross Hospital is seeking an Oncology Nurse Navigator to coordinate patient care through the cancer care continuum. The role acts as a clinical liaison, assessing needs and facilitating treatment planning with the multidisciplinary team.

The position requires an RN with an Illinois license and BSN, with two years in hematology/oncology; OCN or chemotherapy provider credentials preferred. This on-site role supports discharge planning, education, and quality initiatives within Cancer Center.