Oncology Nurse Navigator - Lewiston

New England Cancer Specialists; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 66,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

New England Cancer Specialists (NECS) is seeking a Full-Time RN Care Manager (Nurse Navigator) to join physician-led teams at Central Maine Healthcare Medical Oncology in Lewiston, ME. Oncology experience preferred; ED/Acute Care RNs encouraged to apply.

Training available for motivated RNs. Responsibilities include patient assessment, triage by phone and in-office, coordinating care, and collaborating with clinicians and care coordinators to optimize oncology treatment plans.

Qualifications

• RN with Maine licensure and nursing degree preferred.
• Oncology nursing experience or willingness to learn/train.
• 2–5 years nursing experience to support care coordination.

Responsibilities

• Point of contact for referring physicians, patients, and caregivers to coordinate care.
• Conduct patient assessments and assist physicians during visits.
• Triage patient calls and intervene timely for care needs.
• Schedule follow-ups and ensure treatment adherence.
• Draw blood from ports and central lines as needed.
• Maintain open communication with physicians, staff, and vendors.

Skills

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

State-licensed RN in Maine

Job description

New England Cancer Specialists (NECS) is currently seeking Full-Time 40 HR/ 5 day a week RN Care Manager known internally as Nurse Navigators to work directly with physician led teams at Central Maine Healthcare Medical Oncology Lewiston, ME. Experience in oncology, preferred. RNs with ED experience, Acute Care management, or with a strong desire to work in oncology are encouraged to apply. Willing to train dedicated RNs with a willingness to learn.

RN Care Managers/Nurse Navigators use oncology clinical knowledge to offer individualized care to patients, families, and caregivers to help navigate along the health care continuum. They provide nursing assessments and the triage of patient care needs over the phone and in the office. Offering advice and counsel to patients as well as advising physicians of patient needs and recommended interventions. They work collaboratively with physicians, APP’s, RN peers, Patient Care Coordinators, and other clinical and non-clinical personal within and outside the practice.

NECS is a private medical practice composed of 18 oncologists and hematologists serving the region from 6 different locations in Maine and New Hampshire. Our mission is to make life better for people with cancer and blood disorders. Kindness, compassion, and respect are part of everything that we do - from our phone operators to our physicians, every person on our team is important, and everyone makes a difference.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Point of contact for referring physicians, patients, and caregivers to assist with patient scheduling and coordination of care.
• Assist physicians; conduct patient assessments.
• Receive patient telephone calls and intervene appropriately for that patient’s specific needs promptly. Alert physician as needed to patient needs that require physician intervention.
• Follow up with patients as needed by telephone, to ensure compliance with treatment guidelines and to evaluate changing or uncertain clinical situations.
• Draw blood from ports, central lines, and peripheral IV access. Perform other procedures as needed.
• Ensures follow-up appointments and tests/procedures are scheduled for patients.
• Maintain patient care standards and assures that patient care functions, such as assessment, treatment, and documentation are completed safely and effectively.
• Maintain open and effective communication with all physicians, employees, and vendors.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences, in-services and continuing education programs, national and regional professional organizations, and community-sponsored programs specific to Oncology and Hematology.
• Incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice and provide recommendations on practice clinical policies and processes to practice Directors
• Coordinate patient care responsibilities within the scope of the practice for licensed and unlicensed health care providers.
• Demonstrates respect for the life, dignity, and rights of all persons.

Travel:Rare.

Yearly Salary $65,800 to $115,000

Experience and Skills

• Licensed Nurse within the State of Maine required
• 2-5 years plus nursing professional experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Two years of Hematology/Chemotherapy/Oncology nursing experience preferred
• OCNCertification Preferred
• Must have ONS Chemotherapy & Bio-therapy Certification or have the ability to get certification within 3 months of employment supported through the orientation process.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and staff
• Must be detail-oriented, have strong follow-up skills, and be able to manage multiple priorities.

Please note: New England Cancer Specialists engages in employer surveillance and electronic monitoring of employees through company-provided systems and devices (such as computers and phones) as permitted by Maine law. Per state law, applicants will be notified of these practices during the interview process.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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