Radiation Oncology Navigator RN – Patient-Centered Care Leader

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Federal benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring a Registered Nurse - Radiation Oncology Navigator to coordinate cancer care from diagnosis through survivorship or palliative care.

The RN will educate patients and families, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and ensure access to appropriate services across VA and community networks. Responsibilities include scheduling, assessment, care planning, and outcome evaluation, with a focus on patient-centered care and continuous quality

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Radiation Oncology nursing experience.
• Experience as Nurse Navigator, Nurse Coordinator, or Care Coordination preferred.
• OCN certification or willingness to obtain within defined timeframe.
• BSN preferred or higher.
• Experience using electronic medical records (EMR).
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care across the cancer care continuum for Veterans and families.
• Deliver education, guidance, and support to patients and caregivers.
• Develop individualized care plans and monitor outcomes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and community networks to ensure seamless care.
• Advocate for holistic, patient-centered care and participate in quality initiatives.

Skills

Radiation oncology

Nurse navigator

Patient education

BLS certified

Education

BSN preferred

OCN certification preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring a Registered Nurse - Radiation Oncology Navigator to coordinate cancer care from diagnosis through survivorship or palliative care.

The RN will educate patients and families, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and ensure access to appropriate services across VA and community networks. Responsibilities include scheduling, assessment, care planning, and outcome evaluation, with a focus on patient-centered care and continuous quality