Oncology Trials Nurse Navigator

The START Center for Cancer Research; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan with employer-m

Annual performance bonus

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

FSA/HSA plans

Collaborative, flexible workplace

Job summary

The START Center for Cancer Research is seeking a Nurse Navigator in Grand Rapids, MI to serve as a primary liaison among patients, referring physicians, andSTART staff within the Phase 1 program. The role focuses on timely, personalized care, addressing barriers to trial participation, and enhancing patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include educating physicians about Phase 1 trials, coordinating referrals, scheduling appointments, and presenting trial options both virtually and in person.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required.
• Active RN license in practicing state.
• Minimum 1 year of oncology experience.

Responsibilities

• Educate referring physicians and staff about the Phase 1 program and trials.
• Manage referral intake for new patients with coordinated care.
• Identify opportunities to leverage technology for patient matching and care.
• Schedule Phase 1 appointments and address barriers to care.
• Present trials to referring physicians and staff via virtual and in-person formats.
• Coordinate case conferences and tumor boards for multidisciplinary care.
• Maintain timely documentation for Phase 1 patient tracking and study monitoring.
• Attend administrative meetings, protocol reviews, and site visits as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity in clinical presentations.
• Support growth goals through new referrals and patient accruals.

Education

Associate’s degree

RN license

OCN certification

Job description

The START Center for Cancer Research is seeking a Nurse Navigator in Grand Rapids, MI to serve as a primary liaison among patients, referring physicians, andSTART staff within the Phase 1 program. The role focuses on timely, personalized care, addressing barriers to trial participation, and enhancing patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include educating physicians about Phase 1 trials, coordinating referrals, scheduling appointments, and presenting trial options both virtually and in person.