Registered Nurse (RN) Cyberknife/Navigator

NY Imaging Specialists; Bohemia (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance from day one

Dental and vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

New York Imaging is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Cyberknife/Navigator to support radiation oncology patients in Setauket and Bohemia, NY. This role involves guiding patients through treatment, educating them, and coordinating appointments within an interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has NY RN license, BLS, and outpatient experience, with strong communication and EMR skills. Travel between NYI locations may be required; competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State RN license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Minimum two years of outpatient medical office experience.
• Patient navigation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with radiation oncology team to execute patient care plans.
• Guide patients through treatment, educate, and schedule appointments as needed.
• Facilitate communication between patients, physicians, and referring doctors.
• Navigate patients for lung cancer screenings, including eligibility and scheduling.
• Work with the lung program team to review findings and coordinate care.
• Ensure patients and caregivers understand and adhere to treatment plans.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

BLS certification

Excellent communication

Outpatient experience

Patient navigation

EMR proficiency

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Why Join Our Team?

At New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS), we are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients, their families, and our communities. Our passionate team of expert oncologists, hematologists, and healthcare professionals work together to provide world-class cancer care close to home. By offering cutting-edge treatments, innovative research, and a patient-centered approach, we are redefining what's possible in the fight against cancer and blood disorders.

If you want to be part of a growing organization committed to healing, hope, and advanced care, join us and help make a meaningful impact!

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) Cyberknife/Navigator

Location: Setauket, NY (Mon&Tue)

Bohemia, NY (Wed-Fri)

Hours/Days: 5 8.5 Hour Shifts M-F; 7:30am - 4:00pm

In This Role, You Will

• Work with the interdisciplinary team in radiation oncology to execute a customized plan of care for each unique patient.
• Guide the patient through the treatment process, provide patient education, and assist in scheduling appointments as needed.
• Facilitate interaction between patients and their physician and referring physician(s) as appropriate.
• Navigate patients eligible for lung cancer screenings, including patient outreach, determining eligibility, scheduling screenings, and reviewing results.
• Work collaboratively with our interdisciplinary lung program team to analyze patient findings, and navigate patient care based on recommendations.
• Utilize effective communication to ensure patient and caregiver(s) have appropriate information, understand, and have the capacity and tools to adhere to the individualized treatment plan.
• Contribute to quality-driven performance improvement initiatives.

We Require

• Valid New York State RN License
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Excellent assessment, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with an EMR (preferred)
• Minimum of two years experience in an outpatient medical office setting
• Healthcare or Customer Service Experience
• Patient Navigation Certification (preferred)
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer, standing, bending and reaching
• Knowledge of standard precautions and the ability to utilize appropriate PPE when administering cytotoxic agents and handling bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids
• Reliable transportation to travel to NYI locations for patient care needs

What We Offer

Salary: Starting at $48 per hour

Benefits: Including health insurance from day one, dental and vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401k, generous PTO, 8 paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays), and more.

Join us at NYI, where we are making strides in healthcare through innovative and compassionate care.

Visit our website at: Nyimaging.com

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• New York Imaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*