Oncology Nurse Navigator

SUMMARY: The Oncology Nurse Navigator functions on the multidisciplinary team as an advocate, interpreter, educator, and counselor for oncology patients. Responsible for ensuring all patients with an oncology diagnosis receive quality and comprehensive services. Coordinates patient care throughout the continuum in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Serves as a single point of contact for patients and/or family members for the purpose of effective communicating the patient's plan of care and as a clinical resource with expertise in hematology/oncology care management. Is a liaison throughout the facility and in the community regarding services provided for this patient population. Provide expert nursing care, which includes: direct clinical practice, consultation, education, and research.

*** This is an in-person position, not eligible for remote work ***

*** Pay is based on years of oncology experience ***

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must hold or obtain current licensure as a Registered Nurse with the Idaho State Board of Nursing
• Nationally recognized Oncology Certification (OCN) must be received within 3 years of hire.
• 3 years of clinical experience in oncology care
• ONS Chemotherapy & immunotherapy Administration Certification required within the first 3 months of hire
• Must hold or obtain current BLS
• Remain current with center-wide occupational education programs
• Writing/editing skills necessary to produce appropriate documentation and communications
• Must understand computers and applications, EPIC experience preferred
• Comprehension of standard medical oncology and radiation therapy practices and documentation
• Must be able to take verbal instruction and practically apply it without direct supervision

Essential Job Functions:

• Help patients secure appointments across specialties, helps patients and families prepare for their visit, and provides an overview of what to expect from the visit
• Facilitates consults with multiple specialists and connects patients to financial counseling or other care settings
• Provides information about what to expect on the journey: understanding the importance and role of the PCP
• Visit with specialists, how to clarify chief complaint, importance of understanding and sharing what medications they are taking, how to verify insurance coverage for procedures
• Stays connected with patients and care teams to create a seamless journey and to follow-up on questions or issues; clarifying the plan of care, describing test results, and updating patients and clinicians on the status of the patients' care
• Rounds on patients assigned to their care, ensuring patient concerns are addressed, and ensuring smooth transitions between units, and participating in multi-disciplinary rounds with physicians, clinical nurse specialists, case managers, social workers, pastoral care, pharmacists, etc
• Educates patient on medications, procedures, next steps throughout the oncology journey
• Assists patients and families with financial and administrative issues (e.g. FMLA paperwork, advanced directives, Medicaid, Social Security, etc.) by referring to appropriate resources
• Serves as a link to services across the health system: social work, pastoral care, physical therapy, and other specialties
• Collaborates with multi-disciplinary team to provide supportive end-of-life care and arrangements, utilizing support services (e.g. Pastoral Care, Social Work, Hospice Services, etc.) as indicated

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $43.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Hematology
• Oncology

Physical Setting:

• Clinic

Experience:

• Oncology: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• RN License (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Moscow, ID 83843: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $43