What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager RN Oncology position at Choctaw Nation?
This is a full-time position working M-F, 8am-4:30pm. Weekly earned wages is an option for this position.
Job Purpose or Objective(s): The Oncology Case Manager oversees cancer and oncology referrals and coordinates access to facilities that can meet the needs of our patients. You will report to the Manager.
Primary Tasks:
1. Communicate with facilities to schedule biopsies and ensure required documentation is received.
2. Request necessary imaging or respond to requests for imaging from outside facilities; request records and pathology reports for follow-up after biopsy.
3. Work with the Oncology Nurse and Indian Navigators for urgent orders and to provide continuous care.
4. Assist in setting up infusions and injections at our facilities, arrange transportation, including fuel vouchers, for chemotherapy, radiation, and biopsy appointments.
5. Anticipate and evaluate discharge needs, coordinate with multi-health care discipline in planning for care after discharge or treatment.
6. Provide referral management based on the CRC medical priority guidelines.
7. Obtain prior authorization that requires in-depth medical knowledge.
8. Prepare and maintain written case records and reports.
9. Facilitate communication between care providers.
10. Perform other responsibilities as may be assigned.
Required Education, Skills and Experience:
MINIMUM
- Associate degree in nursing
- Current RN licensure in state of Oklahoma. (or Multi-State Nursing License)
- Current Basic Life Support certification
- Two [2] years of oncology related experience
TARGET
- Bachelor's degree in nursing
- Current RN licensure in state of Oklahoma. (or Multi-State Nursing License)
- Case Management Certification
- Current Basic Life Support certification
- Breast Cancer Navigator Certification
- Two [2] years of oncology related experience
