RN Oncology Navigator – Lung Cancer UW Health

Doppstadt; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Job summary

UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center in Madison, WI seeks an RN Oncology Navigator to lead comprehensive cancer care across all phases. You will assess barriers to care, advocate for patients and families, and collaborate with care teams to coordinate transitions and education throughout the cancer journey.

The role involves participating in tumor boards and ongoing quality initiatives, with a supportive, equity-focused care environment and opportunities for professional growth within UW Health.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant clinical nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead in providing comprehensive cancer care for patients and caregivers through all phases of cancer care.
• Assess barriers to care and psychosocial needs; advocate for patients and caregivers in collaboration with teams.
• Facilitate timely transitions of care, provide anticipatory guidance and education to patients and families.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor board meetings.
• Contribute to continuous quality and process improvement initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Master's Degree in Nursing, Social Work, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Job description

Work Schedule:

100% FTE, day shift. Monday through Friday between the hours are 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Potential possibility of working four 10-hour shifts weekly depending on patient needs. Potential for one remote work day per week depending on patient and staffing needs. Hours may very depending on the operational needs of the department. You will work primarily at Eastpark Medical Center in Madison, WI and will also work at University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Be part of something remarkable. Come join one of America’s Best Cancer Hospitals and top cancer hospital in Wisconsin! Be part of the UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center – the only comprehensive cancer center in the state of Wisconsin – as designated by the National Cancer Institute.

We are seeking an RN Oncology Navigator to:

• Be a leader in providing comprehensive cancer care for patients and caregivers throughout all phases of cancer care
• Assess patients’ barriers to care, psychosocial, and learning needs to advocate for and support patients and caregivers, collaboratively with teams and support services, as we strive to provide equitable care and outcomes for our patients
• Facilitate timely and coordinated transitions of care, provide anticipatory guidance, reinforce patient and caregiver education, provide guidance in the shared decision‑making process, and provide mental and emotional support to patients and caregivers through the continuum of cancer care
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor board meetings
• Participate in continuous quality and process improvement initiatives

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work‑life balance
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well‑being.
• Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety
• A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.
• A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs
• Tuition benefits eligibility – UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Required
• Master's Degree in Nursing, Social Work, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field Preferred
• 3 years of relevant clinical nursing experience Required
• 1 year of relevant experience in the specific patient population being supported Preferred
• Registered Nurse license in the state of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required
• Basic Life Support/CPR Upon Hire Required
• Applicable Oncology certification based on patient population Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation’s leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

Eastpark Medical Center – UW Health’s state‑of‑the‑art ambulatory facility located across from East Madison Hospital on Eastpark Blvd. transforms the patient experience. It is home to many specialties, including women’s complex care, adult cancer care, advanced imaging and laboratory services and innovative clinical trials.