Oncology Nurse Navigator: Genetics & Chemotherapy

City of Hope; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope is seeking a Registered Nurse in Genetics/Chemotherapy Nurse Navigator to support oncology patients in Goodyear, AZ. The role focuses on disease management, chemotherapy understanding, and coordinating care with providers to improve quality of life.

You will document assessments in the EMR, educate families about treatment plans and financial implications, and ensure timely follow-up. Collaboration with radiology staff and supervision of junior nurses may occur.

Qualifications

• 1 year oncology experience
• RN license in AZ or in a compact state
• BLS certification required on hire

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates effective communication to manage complex patient and family needs.
• Conducts and reinforces patient education on treatment plans, finances, symptoms, and at-home care resources.
• Coordinates services including medications, equipment, and home care; leads patient care using evidence-based practice.
• Responds timely to patient and family needs at home; manages symptoms and coordinates home care.
• Oversees LPNs or MA support as needed; coordinates with physicians.
• Administers medications via all routes with 6 rights and monitors for side effects.
• Collects blood specimens and cultures; manages IV lines and ports.
• Maintains ostomy/ileostomy and urostomy care; wound care and suture removal.
• Uses Follow Up Board to track patient status and follow-up.
• Responds to Secure Health Messages from patients or caregivers.
• Supports radiology-related nursing duties during procedures.

Skills

Communication

Assessment

Care coordination

Patient education

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Arizona RN License or Compact State RN License

Job description

City of Hope is seeking a Registered Nurse in Genetics/Chemotherapy Nurse Navigator to support oncology patients in Goodyear, AZ. The role focuses on disease management, chemotherapy understanding, and coordinating care with providers to improve quality of life.

You will document assessments in the EMR, educate families about treatment plans and financial implications, and ensure timely follow-up. Collaboration with radiology staff and supervision of junior nurses may occur.