Oncology Patient Navigator

Trinityhealth; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement for all staff

Comprehensive benefits starting day 1

Retirement savings plan with employer

Generous PTO and holidays

Job summary

Saint Joseph Health System is seeking an Oncology Patient Navigator to support cancer patients and their families from diagnosis through treatment and recovery. This role coordinates interventions and connects patients with medical center and community resources, while developing oncology educational materials.

The position emphasizes RN licensure in Indiana, with preferred oncology and discharge planning experience, and a commitment to high-quality, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• 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 Management Teams in coordinating treatment and support for cancer patients from diagnosis through treatment and recovery.
• Develop and coordinate oncology educational materials for patients and families as defined by Disease Site Teams.
• Provide patient and staff education, group programs, resource maintenance, and data collection to improve quality of care.

Skills

Spanish

Education

Bachelor of Nursing Degree

Master of Science in Nursing

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.