Registered Nurse Navigator Oncology

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 61,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health seeks an RN Navigator—Oncology to guide patients through their cancer care journey. You will advocate for patients, coordinate education, discharge planning, and follow-up services, and partner with physicians and care teams to ensure seamless, high-quality cancer care.

You will work on-site in Grand Junction, CO, with a 40-hour week and a pay range aligned to experience. The role requires RN licensure, BLS, and at least three years of RN experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Current BLS certification (or obtained within 60 days of hire).
• Minimum of 3 years RN experience.
• BSN Oncology or related specialty certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients and families through the oncology care process with clear coordination.
• Assess needs and create individualized care plans supporting goals.
• Coordinate education, discharge planning, post-acute care, and follow-up services.
• Monitor progress and align with care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to optimize support.
• Promote Intermountain Health's mission and values in care interactions.

Skills

Care coordination

Patient advocacy

Education planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

RN license

BSN Oncology or related certification

Job description

Job Description: Why Join St. Mary's Medical Center? Be part of a mission-driven organization focused on whole-person care Make a meaningful impact supporting oncology patients through complex care journeys Collaborate with a highly engaged, multidisciplinary team Access opportunities for professional growth and specialty development RN Navigator - Oncology St. Mary's Medical Center Full-Time | 40 hours/week Pay Range: $44.42 - $65.70/hour (based on experience)

Position Summary St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a compassionate and experienced RN Navigator - Oncology to guide patients through every step of their care journey. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advocate, coordinating care across the continuum while supporting patients and families with education, resources, and personalized care planning. You will partner closely with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and community resources to ensure seamless, high-quality cancer care- helping patients feel informed, supported, and empowered throughout treatment and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Guide patients and families through the oncology care process, ensuring clarity and coordination at every step
• Assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans that support treatment goals and long-term outcomes
• Coordinate patient education, discharge planning, post-acute care plans, and follow-up services
• Monitor patient progress and ensure alignment with established care plans
• Identify and prevent duplication of services, fragmentation of care, or unnecessary procedures
• Track and analyze patient data (e.g., length of stay, readmissions, outcomes) and contribute to care improvement efforts
• Collaborate with physicians, care teams, national organizations, and community partners to optimize patient support
• Promote Intermountain Health's mission, vision, and values in all patient interactions
• May float to other departments or participate in on-call coverage as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
• Current BLS certification (or obtained within 60 days of hire)
• Minimum of 3 years of RN experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Oncology or specialty certification relevant to the role

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work scheduled shifts on-site with consistent attendance
• Flexibility to work evenings or weekends, as needed
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc)- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $45.31 - $67.01

Location: St. Marys Regional Hospital Work City: Grand Junction Work State: Colorado Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

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