Oncology Patient Navigator RN - Care Coordination & Support

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC); El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oncology Patient Navigator (OPN) at University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC) integrates into the healthcare team to guide cancer patients through the system, coordinate care, connect with resources, and explain care options. The role collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver timely, quality patient care and monitors outcomes while participating in quality improvement initiatives.

The navigator supports discharge planning, utilization management, and program development to

Qualifications

• RN with current Texas or compact license.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required; Master's preferred.
• Three years of direct patient care experience in an acute care setting; case management experience preferred.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Data management

Discharge planning

Case management

Diversity sensitivity

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master of Nursing

Job description

The Oncology Patient Navigator (OPN) at University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC) integrates into the healthcare team to guide cancer patients through the system, coordinate care, connect with resources, and explain care options. The role collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver timely, quality patient care and monitors outcomes while participating in quality improvement initiatives.

The navigator supports discharge planning, utilization management, and program development to