Oncology Nurse Navigator (RN)
Core
Licensed oncology nurse providing care coordination and navigation for cancer patients from diagnosis through survivorship, acting as a clinical advocate and connecting patients to multidisciplinary services.
Role type
Oncology Nurse Navigator (RN)
Builds
Comprehensive cancer care navigation programs and patient support pathways
Domain
Healthcare / Oncology
Required skills
Clinical care coordination, Patient navigation, Multidisciplinary team collaboration, Clinical guideline adherence (NCCN), Patient education, Distress screening, Cultural competency, Care pathway management
Preferred skills
Nurse navigation experience, Ambulatory oncology case management, Adult learning methodologies, Epic EMR proficiency, Program material development
Technologies
Epic EMR, MS Office
Responsibilities
Assess patient education needs and provide disease-specific information including clinical trials; Address clinical and health system barriers to care; Facilitate communication with the cancer clinical care team; Screen for distress and refer to support services; Ensure accreditation requirements are met; Serve as liaison to oncology nursing associations
Seniority
Mid-Senior level (5+ years total RN experience, 2+ years oncology)