RN-Navigator Oncology

About the role

The Oncology Navigator at Reid Health System is tasked with navigating patients through their cancer journey, aiming to break down barriers and ensure comprehensive care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates multiple aspects of cancer patient care within the Reid Health System.
• Provides continuity of care, supporting patients' needs for education, care coordination, and psychosocial support throughout their experience.
• Develops educational programs, formulates policies and procedures, establishes goals, and engages in problem-solving activities.
• Assesses and plans patient care, collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare teams, and modifies or continues the care plan based on patient needs.
• Implements nursing and medical interventions, assists with pre- and post-procedural care, makes appropriate referrals, and provides patient and family teaching to achieve desired outcomes.
• Communicates and documents interventions, patient responses, and referral information according to standards and complies with departmental and organizational changes.
• Schedules appointments for additional diagnostic screenings and procedures, coordinates with multiple physician offices, and ensures appropriate follow-up care.
• Provides one-on-one and group education and support for patients and families.
• Maintains a working knowledge of infection control, risk management, and emergency preparedness plans, participates in performance improvement initiatives, and demonstrates responsiveness to organizational goals and standards.
• Outreach and education to outside medical groups and the community, in conjunction with clinic leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
• Master’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• At least 3 years of clinical experience with oncology patients.
• Previous patient group teaching and education experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Indiana Nursing License required.
• Certifications in appropriate fields required.