Sickle Cell Program Coordinator – RN Navigator

Astera Cancer Care; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Astera Cancer Care seeks a Sickle Cell Program Coordinator (RN) to lead patient-centered care coordination for individuals living with sickle cell disease. You will serve as a clinical liaison, educator, advocate, and navigator across the care continuum.

Collaborating with hematology, primary care, ED, infusion services, social work, and community partners, you will improve access, reduce hospitalizations, and enhance quality of life for patients and families.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in state of practice.
• BSN preferred.
• 3–5 years clinical nursing experience.
• Experience in hematology, oncology, infusion, or chronic disease management.
• In person only.
• Preferred CPHON or OCN certification.
• Grant writing experience.
• Experience with underserved or medically complex populations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate outpatient, infusion, and clinic appointments for sickle cell patients.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and care pathways.
• Collaborate with hematology, primary care, ED, and social work teams.
• Advance access to care and reduce avoidable hospital utilization.
• Develop and monitor program quality metrics and care pathways.

Skills

Care coordination

Clinical nursing

Communication

Cultural humility

Data tracking

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Tools

Grant writing

Job description

Astera Cancer Care seeks a Sickle Cell Program Coordinator (RN) to lead patient-centered care coordination for individuals living with sickle cell disease. You will serve as a clinical liaison, educator, advocate, and navigator across the care continuum.

Collaborating with hematology, primary care, ED, infusion services, social work, and community partners, you will improve access, reduce hospitalizations, and enhance quality of life for patients and families.