Rn Oncology Navigator, Brown Cancer Center, First Shift

Job summary
The nurse navigator will serve as an advocate, educator, and communicator for oncology patients and their families.They will coordinate patients through the continuum of care and serve as a liaison between disciplines and supportive/community services.The nurse navigator will also compile data, track outcomes, and make recommendations for process improvement.
Job seniority: associate level
Responsibilities
• Educate patients and families about disease process, treatment options, and potential side effects.• Coordinate patients through the continuum of care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.• Serve as the liaison between disciplines and any supportive/community services.• Coordinate weekly multidisciplinary conferences and database tracking analysis for treatment outcome purposes.• Compile data, track outcomes, and make recommendations for process improvement.• Provide referrals/support for follow-up care for patients.• Travel to multiple locations with the ULH system as needed.
Requirements
• Graduation from an accredited/approved school of nursing.• Associate Nursing Degree required – BSN required within 2 years of hire.• Current RN license in Kentucky.• 2+ years of oncology experience at the bedside.• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with nurses, physicians, and skilled healthcare professionals.• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.• Ability to work autonomously without direct supervision.• Preferred Qualifications• Oncology certified nurse (OCN) recommended or to be obtained within 2 years of employment.• Academy of Oncology Nurse and Patient Navigator certification recommended or to be obtained within 2 years of employment.• Previous Cerner experience.
Key Skills Needed
• Excellent communication skills• Ability to work autonomously• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification• Oncology experience
Benefits
• Competitive Pay & Benefits Options.• Paid Vacation, Sick days, and Holidays.• Free tuition to UofL for Part- and Full-time employees for Child/Spouse/Domestic Partner.• 401K with Employer Match.