What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Navigator - Oncology position at SP MANAGEMENT SERVICES INC?
At the Great Falls Clinic Hospital, we pride ourselves on providing high quality care and exceptional service to our patients. Here you will find excellent nurse to patient ratios. This allows us to provide more personalized care and create stronger connections. You will discover a culture of teamwork, compassion, and an opportunity for professional growth.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Oncology Nurse Navigator functions on the multidisciplinary team as an advocate, interpreter, educator, and counselor for oncology patients. All referrals to consulting providers will be directed to the Patient Referral Navigator. They are responsible for ensuring all patients with oncology diagnosis receive quality and comprehensive services. The Oncology Navigator will follow up on the disposition of each patient to ensure appropriate communication between the referring provider and the specialist and ensure that the patient returns to their GFC provider in a timely manner. They will serve as a liaison throughout the facility and in the community regarding services provided for the unique population.
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor's degree from nursing program
- Follows most current standards for continuing education requirements as dictated by State/Federal licensure requirements
- Master's degree preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
- At least 3 years of experience in nursing.
- OCN required within 2 years of hire for NN working with all tumor sites
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
- MT RN licensure
- Basic Life Support
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Medical Terminology
- Basic Nursing Principles and Procedures.
- Key boarding skills
- Communication skills, both written and oral.
- Time management, multitasking, performs research on clinical protocols and to assist physicians to develop and maintain protocols.
- Ability to provide empathetic supportive counseling to patient with life-threatening disease.
- Work effectively as a team member
NOTICE OF PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:
If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:
- Criminal background check
- Drug Screening
- Health and Immunizations Screening
ABOUT US:
In 1917, four visionary medical leaders opened a world-class comprehensive health care center, with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness - far from an urban center. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice.
We are committed to recruiting the most contemporary medical staff, harnessing the power of the latest medical technologies, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of the 250,000 residents living in our 17 local counties.
Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for patients and the workplace of choice for staff and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity and safety, evidence based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, great work environment and innovation/technology.
ABOUT GREAT FALLS:
Great Falls lies about halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks. With close access to world class fishing and floating, not only on the Missouri River, but also several other lakes and rivers. Great Falls is an active community within 1 hour of two local ski resorts. We encourage a fun, collaborative work environment as well as a good work/home life balance. If you are interested in being a part of a dynamic, impactful team, in a family friendly community, Great Falls and Great Falls Clinic Hospital are for you. We would love to hear from you and discuss this opportunity.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Great Falls Clinic, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Education
Required- Bachelors or better in Nursing
- Masters or better in Nursing
Licenses & Certifications
Required- Registered Nurse
- Basic Life Support
