Oncology Patient Navigator

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement match

Paid time off

No overtime

Referral program

CEUs

Job summary

Saint Joseph Health System is seeking an Oncology Patient Navigator to support cancer patients and families from diagnosis through treatment and recovery. The role collaborates with physicians and Disease Site Management Teams to coordinate care and education, ensuring smooth transitions across services.

A nursing degree is required, with oncology experience preferred and Spanish language ability a plus. We offer comprehensive benefits from day one, a supportive team environment, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing Degree preferred.
• MSN degree preferred.
• RN Indiana license preferred.
• Three or more years of acute clinical experience.
• Oncology experience preferred.
• Discharge planning or Case management acceptable.
• Spanish language ability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and disease site teams in coordinating cancer care.
• Present menu of interventions and continuum of care options.
• Serve as a link to medical center and community services for patients and families.
• Develop oncology educational materials for patients and families.
• Provide patient and staff education, coordinate resources and data collection.

Skills

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

MSN preferred

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Location: Oncology Office Status: Full Time- 40 Hours

Why Saint Joseph Health System?

At Saint Joseph Health System, our values guide every decision we make. We honor our mission to care for every individual who needs us by investing in our people, our technology, and our capabilities. This commitment enables us to deliver exceptional, high-quality care across our communities.

What We Offer

• Tuition reimbursement for all full-time and part-time colleagues, beginning on the first day of employment 100% employer-paid tuition for the ASN-to-BSN program (paid directly to our learning partner)
• Comprehensive benefits starting day one (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, STD/LTD, and more)
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off program plus 7 paid holidays
• No mandatory overtime
• Employee referral incentive program
• State-of-the-art equipment, unlimited CEUs, and a supportive team environment

JOB SUMMARY

The Oncology Patient Navigator assists physicians and Disease Site Management Teams in integrating the various aspects of treatment and support for cancer patients and their caregivers from the time of diagnosis through treatment and recovery. Helps to present the menu of interventions and continuum of care options and serves as a link to Medical Center and community services for patients, families and caregivers. Develops and coordinates appropriate oncology educational materials for patients and their families as defined by the Disease Site Teams and the patient’s Physicians. Provides patient and staff education, group programs, maintenance of resources and data collection as needed. All initiatives are geared to facilitate and enhance the quality of care of the patient and assure a smooth flow through the various components of care.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES

Education: Bachelor of Nursing Degree Preferred.

Masters of Science Degree in Nursing Preferred

Licensure: RN Indiana license preferred.

Experience: Three or more years of acute clinical experience.

Oncology experience preferred.

Discharge planning or Case management acceptable.

Ability to speak Spanish preferred.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org.

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