Registered Nurse Navigator - Radiation Oncology

SUMMARY OF POSITION

A Registered Nurse Navigator role aims to help facilitate the patient journey to ensure proper navigation throughout the health care system upon discharge disposition. The RN Navigator also aims at supporting staff to assist in the coordination of care while the patient is transitioning through the healthcare continuum throughout the outpatient healthcare setting. The RN Navigator will serve as the clinical resource to scheduling coordinators and assist in identifying appropriate service or provider for referrals. The RN Navigator will recommend alternative locations of care when appropriate and identify the discharge needs and services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

• Currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse by state of employment or holds a multistate RN license through the interstate Nurse Licensure Compact required.
• BLS prior to orientation completion.
• Two (2) years related experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S)

• BSN preferred

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

• Exceptional opportunities to learn and grow
• Exposure to a wide patient population
• The ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community
• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton)
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH HAMPDEN MEDICAL CENTER?

• State-of-the-art equipment
• Endless learning
• A culture of excellence

ELIGIBILITY FOR SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL PAY

Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.

BACKGROUND CHECK

All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.