Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Nurse Patient Navigator

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health seeks a Nurse Patient Navigator to advocate for patients, educate families, and coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team. This role serves as the primary contact for patients and caregivers throughout treatment, applying nursing knowledge to support decision-making and access to services.

The position requires Virginia RN licensure (or eligibility/compact state) and a minimum of three years in nursing, patient education, case management or navigation,

Qualifications

• Must hold an RN license in Virginia or be eligible/compact state.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience with patient education, case management or navigation.
• Specialty nursing certification in nurse navigation or area of specialty within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Advocate, interpret, educate and counsel a group of patients and caregivers.
• Act as the single point of contact to assigned patients and caregivers.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care and ensure high-quality services.
• Follow ANA Code of Ethics and established practice guidelines.
• Apply clinical nursing knowledge and judgment in daily practice.

Skills

Patient education

Case management

Nurse navigation

Leadership

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

The Nurse Patient Navigator functions as a Nurse Patient Navigator and serves as an advocate, interpreter, educator and counselor for a group of patients. The Nurse Patient Navigator manages the care of assigned patients in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high quality and comprehensive healthcare and ancillary services. The Nurse Patient Navigator serves as the single point of contact to assigned patients and caregivers. The Nurse Patient Navigator remains a support system to patients and caregivers throughout the patient’s treatment. The Nurse Patient Navigator uses clinical/nursing knowledge and skills in the performance of job responsibilities.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact stateLicensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:Current RN licensure in VirginiaAHA BLS CertificationSpecialty Nursing Certification in either Nurse Navigation or area of specialty within one year of hire in positionExperience REQUIRED:Minimum of three (3) years of relevant clinical experience in nursing, patient education; case management and/or navigationPrevious experience in specialty areaExperience PREFERRED:Previous nurse navigation or leadership experienceExperience within an academic, teaching hospitalEducation/training REQUIRED:Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of NursingEducation/training PREFERRED:Master’ Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of NursingIndependent action(s) required:Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider medical/treatment orders.Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards. All practice is guided by and follows the VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice guidelines.Organizes and plans work with input from the patient/family with specific outcomes identified.Demonstrates use of sound clinical judgment based on nursing knowledge/experience.Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/AAdditional position requirements:Positions are primarily weekday work but may be expected to work into the evening or on the weekend, depending on assignment.May be required to go to all VCUHS locations.Age Specific groups served:As appropriate based on unit assignmentPhysical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):Physical - Lifting less than 20 lbs.Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive): Repetitive motionMental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinkingEmotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent changeCompensation Range$73,133.00 - $120,744.00Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications. Days