Registered Nurse (RN) -Malignant Hematology Navigator

Aurora Health Care; Oak Lawn, Cary (IL, NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

This position is eligible for a $2500.00 sign-on bonus payable after 90 days of hire (internals not included).

Major Responsibilities:

1. Coordination and implementation of strategies to ensure quality, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness for oncology patients in multiple settings.
2. Assesses patient needs.
3. Orientates patients to the hospital and outpatient settings, as well as the organization.
4. The PONN delivers cancer care across the continuum, from diagnosis through treatment, and implements the transition to survivorship and end-of-life care.
5. Using the nursing process, the PONN provides patient and family insight with appropriate education and resources to facilitate informed decision-making and timely access to quality health and psychosocial care throughout all phases of the cancer continuum.
6. Critically assesses patients, providing support and education, and manages the complexity of the cancer diagnosis.
7. Communicates and collaborates with all multidisciplinary team members.
8. Reviews distress screening for referrals.

Communication and Physician Partnership:

1. Communicates and collaborates with the treating physician.
2. Communicates and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team.
3. Receives and responds to new patient referrals.

Education and Program Development:

1. Reinforces education regarding diagnosis.
2. Connects patients to appropriate resources.
3. Develops and reports outcome metrics to drive program development.
4. Assesses and implements activities supporting Children's Oncology Group (COG) standards.
5. Reviews and strategizes activities supporting community needs assessments.

Professional Role and Associate Engagement:

1. Provides emotional support for patients.
2. Advocates on behalf of the patient.
3. Empowers patients to self-advocate.
4. Maintains own knowledge, skills, and competencies.
5. Models organizational behaviors of excellence.

Licensure:

Nurse, Registered (RN).

Education/Experience Required:

Effective 10/1/16: BSN required. Typically requires 5+ years experience in Oncology.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Global perspective of changing healthcare environment.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Basic computer skills.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Current Illinois RN license.
• CPR certification.
• OCN or Nurse Navigator Certification obtained within 2 years of hire.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Flexible hours according to patient needs.
• Ability to demonstrate commitment to patient-focused care.
• Ability to prioritize independently and respond to multiple requests.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with time constraints and difficult situations.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed, with assistance for heavier lifts.
• Must be able to travel regionally.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work expected. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.