Prostate Cancer Care Navigator

Tennessee Urology; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Tennessee Urology is seeking a dedicated Oncology Nurse Navigator to guide prostate cancer patients through the care continuum from screening to survivorship. You will support physicians, coordinate tests, and educate patients and families within a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, coordination of appointments, and access to trials and supportive services, with a focus on timely communication and HIPAA compliance. Travel within regional sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field preferred, except in MD.
• MD Only: Registered Nurse (RN) License: Must hold a current and active RN license in MD.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact for prostate cancer patients, their families, the Urologist, and internal and external care providers.
• Assess clinical, emotional, spiritual, psychosocial, financial, and other patient needs and communicate any concerns to the Urologist.
• Assist the patient and office staff in scheduling tests, procedures, appointments, and treatments.
• Help develop an appropriate treatment plan in consultation with the Urologist that is understandable and feasible for the patient.
• Educate/reinforce education with patients and families on disease, treatments, side effects, adverse reactions, and reportable signs/symptoms based on a multidisciplinary care plan.
• Assist patients in overcoming barriers to care (transportation, financial counseling).
• Refer patients to supportive care services such as dieticians, social workers, and financial counselors.
• After consultation with the Urologist, help eligible patients access appropriate clinical trials.
• After consultation with the Urologist, educate patients about appropriate new technologies.
• Direct patients and families to available community resources and supportive services.
• Coordinate discharge planning with the Urologist and office staff.
• Participate in multidisciplinary consultations/conferences and document recommendations.
• Participate in prostate cancer disease planning and help ensure compliance.
• Assist in the development of patient education materials, clinical pathways, and quality studies.
• Work with the Urologist, Radiation Oncologist, and office staff to coordinate care and ensure timely appointments, results reporting, and communication of patient care and follow-up, which includes internal and external care providers.
• Promote community education and increase prevention awareness and early detection screening programs.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

RN license

Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field

Job description

Tennessee Urology is seeking a dedicated Oncology Nurse Navigator to guide prostate cancer patients through the care continuum from screening to survivorship. You will support physicians, coordinate tests, and educate patients and families within a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, coordination of appointments, and access to trials and supportive services, with a focus on timely communication and HIPAA compliance. Travel within regional sites may be required.