Oncology Palliative Nurse Navigator - Part-Time

New England Cancer Specialists; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 69,000 - 114,000; Part time

Job summary

New England Cancer Specialists is seeking a part-time 24-hour Palliative Care Nurse Navigator in Lewiston, ME. This role focuses on direct patient care for Hematology/Oncology patients in an outpatient setting, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to improve symptom and pain management.

The ideal candidate has a BA/BS, Maine RN license, and 2+ years in palliative/hospice nursing. Oncology experience and hospice certifications are beneficial.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
• Licensed Nurse within the State of Maine is required or ability to obtain.
• 2+ years of palliative/hospice nursing experience required.
• Hematology/Oncology experience preferred.
• Palliative, Hospice, Supportive Nursing Experience preferred.
• Hospice Palliative Nursing Care Certification preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and staff.
• Must be able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams to manage symptoms and pain in oncology patients.
• Draw blood from ports, central lines, and peripheral IV access as needed.
• Follow up with patients after office visits on symptom management results.
• Reach out to patients and families involved in palliative/hospice care.
• Screen patients using dashboards and review hospitalizations for follow-up.
• Handle script refills, prior authorizations, referrals to Hospice and Home Care.
• Assist physicians and conduct patient assessments.
• Document interventions and track patient/family responses per protocol.
• Participate in team conferences, education programs, and relevant organizations.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

New England Cancer Specialists is seeking a part-time 24-hour Palliative Care Nurse Navigator in Lewiston, ME. This role focuses on direct patient care for Hematology/Oncology patients in an outpatient setting, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to improve symptom and pain management.

The ideal candidate has a BA/BS, Maine RN license, and 2+ years in palliative/hospice nursing. Oncology experience and hospice certifications are beneficial.