Oncology Nurse Navigator - Lewiston

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

New England Cancer Specialists seeks a skilled RN Care Manager (Nurse Navigator) to work with physician-led teams at Central Maine Oncology Lewiston, ME. Oncology experience preferred; ED/Acute Care applicants encouraged and training available.

You will coordinate patient care, assess needs, and maintain effective communication with physicians, staff and patients while supporting treatment plans. Travel is rare and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Licensed Maine RN required.
• 2-5 years nursing experience preferred.
• BSN preferred.
• Hematology/Oncology experience preferred.
• OCNCertification preferred or achievable within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with referring physicians, patients and caregivers.
• Conduct patient assessments and assist physicians.
• Respond to patient calls and intervene as needed.
• Follow up with patients to ensure treatment adherence.
• Coordinate blood draws and related procedures.
• Ensure follow-up appointments and tests are scheduled.
• Maintain high standards of patient care documentation.

Skills

Effective communication

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Follow-up skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Tools

OCNCertification

ONS Chemotherapy & Bio-therapy Certification

Job description

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.

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

Required Experience

• 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.

Benefits

New England Cancer Specialists offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Our benefits include medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurances. Company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term, and Long-Term disability insurances. Other benefits include a retirement program, voluntary benefits, and a generous Paid Time Off as well as 6 Company-paid holidays. Paid membership to SMONS and ONS.

We support and encourage employees to continue their medical education. Employees may attend in-services, seminars, professional conventions, or postgraduate seminars (CME Events). Tuition assistance is available for employees looking to go back to school.

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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