RN Navigator - Cancer Center - Head & Neck Oncology - Days

Bestcare; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Methodist Health System's Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center in Omaha is seeking an RN Navigator for the Head & Neck Oncology team. This full-time role supports patients and families through diagnosis, treatment planning, and coordination with physicians and allied health staff.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN, has at least 2 years of nursing experience, an active RN license, and strong communication and critical thinking skills. The position features a Monday–Friday schedule, 8 a.m.

Qualifications

• BSN from an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience.
• Current RN license (compact multi-state license or temporary permit acceptable).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 3 months of hire; American Heart Association or Red Cross preferred.
• Certification in oncology or related specialty preferred.
• Annual mandatory education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient and family-centered care across the cancer care continuum.
• Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments to identify needs and priorities.
• Develop, revise, and communicate individualized care plans with the care team.
• Implement safe nursing interventions and follow approved protocols.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatment options, and follow-up care.
• Coordinate referrals to support programs and community resources.
• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning conferences.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Critical thinking

Communication

Computer skills

Education

BSN

Tools

EMR

Job description

RN Navigator - Cancer Center - Head & Neck Oncology - Days# Careers and Job Opportunities## RN Navigator - Cancer Center - Head & Neck Oncology - DaysApply: Methodist Hospital - Omaha, NE: Full time: Posted Today: JR116781**Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System?** At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.**Job Summary:**Location: Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center Address: 8303 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm Accountable for the delivery of quality care to patients and families according to the individualized needs of the patient.**Responsibilities:**# **Essential Job Functions**1. Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the customer/patient, to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the Population Specific Criteria.* Demonstrates ability to identify opportunities for and give individualized customer service/patient care according to customer/patient needs.2. Performs an initial and ongoing assessment to determine the patient's needs.* Includes data from the patient/significant other(s) in the assessment as appropriate.* Prioritizes data collection according to patient's immediate needs.3. Develops/reviews/revises and individualizes the plan of care to address the patient's nursing care needs for optimum patient care outcomes. (Consultation and resources, nurses as teachers.)* Collaborates with providers and other clinical disciplines as appropriate.* Provides teaching specific to the patient.* Care plan reflects continuing care needs and/or referrals.4. Implements interventions that are consistent with the established plan of care in a safe and appropriate manner (Professional Models of Care).* Is familiar with, and follows, nursing protocols and standards of care.* Uses current knowledge in nursing practice based on standards and research literature.5. Performs technical skills competently and independently to assure patient safety (autonomy).* Able to competently perform technical skills independently.* Is accountable to learn new skills and equipment within areas' specifications and time frame.* Demonstrates correct and safe technique in the use of equipment according to specific product information and policy and procedure manuals.* Follows appropriate procedure for obtaining and returning or cleaning/disposing of equipment and supplies.6. Maintains a professional behavior in attitude, demeanor, interactions to achieve organization's mission. (Quality Improvement, Image of Nursing, Interdisciplinary Relationships, Professional Development, community and the healthcare organization.)* Communicates effectively to solve problems at the personal and unit level.* Is approachable and professional in working with other health professionals, ancillary staff, patients and family.* Takes pride in the unit by active participation in restocking and maintaining a clean environment.* Maintains a professional appearance, behavior, and work environment.* Maintains competence in area of experience.* Participates in meetings and/or committees as needed to assist in decisions effecting area/unit or organization.7. Initiates action to correct, prevent, and/or minimize risk(s) to the patient, family or staff/employees. (Quality of Care)* Completes appropriate report form for a risk (e.g., variance/incident report, patient concern report, maintenance request).* Communicates to appropriate personnel regarding unresolved issues.* Works within the scope of practice as defined by Nurse Practice Act.8. Fiscally accountable.* Acts professionally responsible for human and other resources.* Charges accurately for use of supplies and equipment according to policy.9. Guides patients, families and their caregivers to informed decision-making by collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to support optimal patient care across the continuum.10. Facilitates planning and provides education to patients and families about their individual diagnosis and treatment options.11. Supports and navigates each patient through treatment by reinforcing education and coordinating information and care with a team of physicians and allied healthcare professionals.12. Participates in treatment planning conferences with physicians, nurses, and allied health care professionals to discuss and determine the best treatment plan for each newly diagnosed patient with cancer.13. Refers patients to appropriate support programs and resources within the center and community.14. Teaches patients and families about prevention, screening guidelines, diagnosis, treatment options and the importance of early detection.15. Facilitates education and participation in clinical research trials as appropriate.16. Assists with the development of an ongoing survivorship plan.**Schedule:**Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm**Job Description:**# **Job Requirements****Education*** Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing required within 5 years of hire.* Successful completion of annual mandatory education requirements.**Experience*** A minimum of 2 years nursing experience required.* Previous ambulatory coordination experience required.**License/Certifications*** Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact multi-state license, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required for work state.* Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.* Certification(s) in area of specialty preferred.**Skills/Knowledge/Abilities*** Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate and interact with patients, family members, hospital personnel, and co-workers.* Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments.* Ability to learn, retain, and utilize computer skills that are required for department and hospital information system.* Ability to think critically and problem solve.# **Physical Requirements****Weight Demands*** Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.**Physical Activity*** Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): + Climbing + Crawling + Kneeling + Sitting* Frequently Performed (34%-66%): + Balancing + Carrying + Crouching + Distinguish colors + Keyboarding/typing + Lifting + Pulling/Pushing + Repetitive Motions + Stooping/bending + Twisting* Constantly Performed (67%-100%): + Grasping + Hearing + Reaching + Seeing/Visual + Speaking/talking + Standing + Walking**Job Hazards*** Not Related: + Electrical Shock/Static + Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)* Rare (1-33%): + Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-Ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc) + Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) - NICU only* Occasionally (34%-66%): + Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) + Equipment/Machinery/Tools + Explosives (pressurized gas) + Hazardous Drugs (exposure risks, personal protective equipment required)* Frequent (67%-100%): + Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) + Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) + Mechanical moving parts/vibrations**About Methodist:**Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.