Oncology Nurse Navigator: Patient Care & Coordination

Mercycare; Cedar Rapids, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center is seeking a Patient Navigator—RN in Oncology to coordinate patient care across medical, radiation, and surgical oncology teams. This role focuses on expediting cancer patient evaluations, scheduling exams, and guiding patients through the care process with a patient-centered approach.

The Navigator will contact newly diagnosed patients, begin education on treatment plans, and serve as an advocate while identifying barriers to care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required or preferred.
• Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred.
• Current Iowa RN license required.

Responsibilities

• Promotes programs and services to community events and support groups.
• Coordinates and facilitates cancer support groups and multidisciplinary clinics.
• Establish rapport with referring physicians and offices to streamline referrals.
• Coordinate care with Medical, Radiation, and Surgical Oncology teams.
• Identify barriers to care and assist patients and families through navigation of the cancer care path.
• Contact newly diagnosed cancer patients to offer navigation services and education on treatment plans.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Customer relations

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mercy Medical Center is seeking a Patient Navigator—RN in Oncology to coordinate patient care across medical, radiation, and surgical oncology teams. This role focuses on expediting cancer patient evaluations, scheduling exams, and guiding patients through the care process with a patient-centered approach.

The Navigator will contact newly diagnosed patients, begin education on treatment plans, and serve as an advocate while identifying barriers to care.