Oncology RN Patient Navigator & Care Coordinator

Banner Health; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health's University Medical Center Tucson is seeking a Registered Nurse Patient Navigator in Oncology. This role provides comprehensive care coordination across the cancer care continuum, educates patients, and helps remove barriers to timely treatment.

Work involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team at BUMC Tucson and the UA Cancer Center. The RN will assess patient plans, assist with tests and referrals, support families, and help with discharge planning and end-of-life

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in nursing and RN license.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum 5 years clinical experience in oncology or care coordination.
• Strong communication, organization, and writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assess plan of care and coordinate resources across care continuum.
• Evaluate medical necessity and coordinate tests/consultations.
• Assist patients and families through diagnostics, treatment, and care.
• Explain care strategy and options to patients and families.
• Collaborate with physicians and care team to coordinate discharge planning.
• Support end-of-life care decisions and provide emotional support.

Skills

Care coordination

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Banner Health's University Medical Center Tucson is seeking a Registered Nurse Patient Navigator in Oncology. This role provides comprehensive care coordination across the cancer care continuum, educates patients, and helps remove barriers to timely treatment.

Work involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team at BUMC Tucson and the UA Cancer Center. The RN will assess patient plans, assist with tests and referrals, support families, and help with discharge planning and end-of-life