Virtual Oncology Nurse Navigator

Daymark Health is a value-based oncology company redefining the cancer care experience for patients, providers, and health plans. Daymark’s comprehensive, personalized cancer care platform empowers patients with dedicated care navigation, symptom-focused support, behavioral health care, and social resources. Combined with evidence-based health interventions and a hybrid in-person + virtual care model, Daymark is improving the overall cancer experience for patients, providers, and health plans – and setting a new standard in cancer care. Daymark’s groundbreaking approach is led by CEO Dr. Justin Bekelman, a pioneer in transforming cancer care, alongside some of the nation’s foremost leaders in oncology and value-based care. Daymark Health is backed by Maverick Ventures, Yosemite, Oncology Ventures, Healthier Capital, Blue Venture Fund, and Healthcare Foundry.

About the role

As a Oncology Nurse Navigator at Daymark Health, you will be a key member of an integrated Care Team, which includes a Medical Director, Nurse Practitioner, Community Health Worker, Enrollment Specialist, and Social Worker. You will work closely with the Clinical Operations team to ensure that optimal care pathways are identified and followed. You will provide triage, case management, and care navigation for oncology patients, many of whom have additional comorbidities. Your role is essential in improving patients' quality of life by delivering care over the phone and through virtual platforms.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Support: Provide consultative support over the phone, email, or video and be available for urgent clinical escalations when required.
• Symptom Triage: Triage the responses to our Symptom Survey as well as all other inbound reported symptoms, supporting the patient yourself where possible and escalating to a Nurse Practitioner as needed.
• Care Navigation: Proactively identify and address additional patient needs, including care coordination, nutritional support, discharge planning, and provider referrals.
• Patient Education: For patients who are new to either their diagnosis or Daymark, help them understand their diagnosis, Daymark Health’s care offerings, and the best next steps to take.
• Relationship Building: Establish strong, trusting relationships with patients and their care networks by prioritizing empathy and active listening in every interaction.
• Integrated Care Coordination: Work closely with the rest of the clinical team supporting Daymark patients (including Nurse Practitioners, Medical Directors, and Social Workers) to ensure top-quality care and alignment on clinical protocols. Also collaborate with non-clinical Health Partners to address social determinants of health, such as food security and transportation access.
• Operational Excellence: Adhere to Daymark’s policies, procedures, and documentation standards, collaborating with the Clinical Operations team to ensure the most effective use of our systems, tools, and technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing required.
• Compact unrestricted registered nurse (RN) license (or ability to obtain) and licensure in Rhode Island (or willingness to be licensed in RI).
• At least 3 years of nursing experience, including 2 years in oncology nursing.
• Passion for