Oncology Nurse Navigator - Cancer Center

About the role

The Oncology Patient Navigator functions on the multi-disciplinary team as an advocate, interpreter, educator, and counselor for oncology patients. She/he is responsible for facilitating the provision of quality and comprehensive services to all patients with an oncology diagnosis. This will be accomplished through coordination of care throughout the continuum in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate the provision of quality and comprehensive services to oncology patients.
• Coordinate care throughout the continuum in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Serve as a clinical resource with expertise in hematology/oncology care management.
• Serve as a liaison throughout the facility and in the community regarding services provided for this unique patient population.
• Provide expert nursing care, including direct clinical practice, consultation, education, and research.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Oncology Nursing Certification preferred.
• Minimum of five years acute care nursing experiences with two years of experience in the area of specialization.
• Experience in provision of care in area of specialization performed in outpatient/home or other community setting preferred.
• Ability to think and plan independently and to work in an unstructured environment.
• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.

Qualifications

• Must have current NC RN license.
• Must have current NC BLS certification.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of oncology care management principles and practices.

Benefits

• Roehampton University Scholarship Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Vacation

Pay

• $40.00 - $45.00/hour based on experience

Schedule

• Full-time position

CarolinaEast Health System

CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.

Relocation

Relocation up to $7,000.00 for full time candidates per HR guidelines