LPN - Nurse Navigator Licensed Practical Nurse - Hematology/Oncology

Job Summary

We’re working to create a national model for improving health. Today, we’re focused on bringing our region services that improve every facet of life to drive total health, inside and out. Through professional growth, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration, we’ve built an innovative culture that allows nurses to grow their skillsets, develop their practice, and leverage their years of experience to build a rewarding, lasting career with impact.

Job Duties

This is a grant-funded position. Will be a Licensed Practical Nurse performing duties as a patient navigator guiding incoming calls and facilitating entrance of new patients into the program. Provides patient education, promotes an understanding of the condition, and provides ongoing continuity of care for patients. The Nurse Navigator, functioning in the spirit of teamwork, is accountable for the delivery of care utilizing skills learned in both the clinic and didactic arena. Assists other team members on the unit. The nurse navigator role provides clinical support to the provider and patients to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions. This is a grant funded role. If in the future the grant funding is no longer available, this role may be eliminated. The role is full-time, 40 hours weekly; Days; 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Benefits at Geisinger

- Health, dental, and vision insurance - Three medical plan choices, including expanded network options - Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA) - Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance - 401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions - Generous PTO that accrues quickly - Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year - MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives - Family-friendly support: adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and Care.com membership - Employee Assistance Program (EAP): mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals, and more - Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more