Registered Nurse - Radiation Oncology Navigator

Veterans Health Administration; 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

Registered Nurse - Radiation Oncology Navigator

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Radiation Oncology Navigator RN is responsible for all aspects of the nursing process, providing and overseeing age-appropriate patient care. The RN coordinates care with a focus on education, self-management, and satisfaction, adheres to policies and procedures, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, and participates in quality improvement and customer service initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

The Radiation Oncology Navigator Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for delivering competent, evidence-based nursing care to patients throughout the cancer care continuum. The RN serves as a primary point of coordination for Veterans, families, and caregivers, ensuring access to appropriate services that address complex health care needs.

The Navigator facilitates care across multiple providers, care levels, and settings within both the VA and community networks to maintain seamless continuity of care. Major Duties and Responsibilities Coordinates and oversees the patient's progression from initial suspicion of cancer through diagnosis, treatment, survivorship/surveillance, or palliative and end-of-life care.

Ensures all diagnostic and treatment steps are scheduled, completed, and aligned with the overall plan of care. Collaborates with internal and external referral sources to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices. Anticipates patient needs and implements preventive care measures. Conducts comprehensive assessments, interprets clinical data, and identifies age-specific care requirements.

Provides patient and caregiver education, guidance, and support; addresses psychosocial, medical, and nursing needs in partnership with the interdisciplinary care team. Develops individualized plans of care and ensures educational interventions are tailored to patient needs. Monitors service needs, identifies system barriers, and contributes to process improvements. Evaluates patient outcomes to ensure timely, appropriate, and effective delivery of services.

Advocates for holistic, patient-centered care through ongoing communication with patients, families, and providers. Demonstrates leadership by applying evidence-based practice, offering constructive feedback to peers, and fostering a supportive environment for professional development. Represents nursing perspective in interdisciplinary discussions and collaborates with team members to support change and optimize outcomes.

Preferred Experience: Minimum of 2 years of Radiation Oncology nursing experience; and/or Minimum of 2 years of Nurse Navigator, Nurse Coordinator, or Care Coordination experience. Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN®) or willingness to obtain within a specified timeframe. Knowledge of radiation therapy treatments, side effect management, and oncology patient navigation. Experience coordinating care for patients across the cancer continuum.

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Experience utilizing electronic medical records (EMR) systems. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm, 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework: Ad-hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $75487 – $153842/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-09.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.