RN-Navigator Oncology at Reid Health

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Oncology Nursing, Patient Navigation, Care Coordination, Patient Education, Psychosocial Support, Clinical Assessment, Case Management, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Treatment Planning, Referral Management

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

RN-Navigator Oncology Schedule: Day Shift. 40 hours weekly. 8:00am – 5:00pm Type additional details specific to position and/or department. About the Position: The Oncology Navigator are tasked with navigating the patients through their cancer journey with the goal of breaking down barriers and ensuring that key elements of quality care are provided to each patient—elements such as education on treatment options, access to clinical trials, care coordination, and psychosocial support. Overview of Responsibilities Coordinates multiple aspects for the experience of cancer patients being care for in the Reid Health System. The Nurse Navigator provides continuity of care providing a seamless, coordinated process that supports the patient’s need for education, care coordination and psychosocial support across her experience. The RN Navigator will work with service line leadership to develop educational programs, formulates policies and procedures, establishes goals, and engages in problem-solving activities. Must possess the maturity, ability and flexibility to deal effectively with the constant changing situations encountered in the complex health care environment and patients. Provides assessment and planning of the patient’s care; establishing and maintaining a plan of care across the continuum of care in collaboration with patient, family, and health team members including individualized interventions, goals, outcomes, and education and modifying or continuing plan based on the patient need. Provides intervention, evaluation and follow-up to include implementing nursing and medical interventions using appropriate resources, skills and knowledge; assisting in pre- and post-procedural care; making appropriate referrals (genetics counseling, financial, support groups, outreach, community resources, etc.) and provides patient and family teaching to facilitate desired patient outcomes; evaluating effects of care provided and identifying changes in patient needs. Provides effective communication and documentation by communicating and documenting interventions, patient responses according to standards and referral information; utilizing recognized organization communication standard; keeping abreast of and complying with departmental and organizational changes and events through reading appropriate communication and attending clinic department meetings. Provides care coordination to include scheduling of appointments from additional diagnostic screening and procedures; works in conjunction with multiple physician offices to coordinate additional diagnostics, procedures/treatments and appropriate follow up. Provides patient and family education to include identifying patient and family teaching needs on procedures, tests, risks, genetic risks, treatments and follow-up care; involving appropriate family members in teaching; utilizing available education resources. Provides one-on-one interaction and group education and support for patients and families in the program. Performs general duties to include maintaining a working knowledge of infection control, risk management and emergency preparedness plans; actively participating in performance improvement initiatives; demonstrating knowledge of organization and department goals, standards and operations; maintaining and updating knowledge of and is responsive to the laws and regulations which affect his/her practice. In conjunction with clinic leadership, provides outreach and education to both outside medical groups and patients in the community. Performs other related duties as may be assigned. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary. Education & Experience Education Required: Bachelor of Science in Nursing required. Education Preferred: Master’s Degree in Nursing preferred. Experience Required: At least 3 years clinical experience with oncology patients. Experience Preferred: Previous patient group teaching and education experience is preferred. Licensure & Certification Licensure: Indiana Nursing License Certifications: Must maintain competence in BLS after initial training and certifications in appropriate field required Our values of Excellence, Empathy, Integrity and Accountability are essential to exceed our customers’ expectations. At Reid, we look for individuals who believe in our core values and demonstrate a genuine desire to make a positive impact to those we serve. We take pride in employing people who show up every day with a commitment to these values along with our mission and vision. We are one team working toward a common goal of providing outstanding customer care and service to our communities. If you have a calling to serve and are looking for meaningful and purposeful work, Reid Health is the place for you. Reid Health's inpatient hospital is a 189-bed, regional referral center with a Level lll Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center designation. Reid Health's outpatient services include more than 40 specialties and sub-specialties throughout an eight-county service area. With more than 3,100 employees, 100 volunteers, and 170 healthcare clinicians on staff, Reid Health believes in wholeness -- in body, mind, and spirit. The minute you step through Reid's doors, you'll be surrounded by friendly faces. Each of our employees plays an important role in the friendly and caring environment we call Reid Health. It's more than a place to work. Reid team members are involved in and care for our community, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie. They are the reason our patients feel safe and cared for. And they are the reason Reid Health is ranked among the best in quality care. Reid Health is looking to add to its family with service-minded individuals like you. Whether you come from a clinical background or simply want to work in an environment that allows you to pursue your passions of service to others, we have opportunities for people just like you. Find yourself at Reid Health. If you are unable to find an open position you are interested in today, please consider Introducing Yourself so that we may reach out to you in the future. Daycare, Doordash, Daily Pay, therapy dogs, massages, Forbes rated Best Places to Work 2022 Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Reid Health. Therefore, Reid Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. This applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Reid Health does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please do not call or email. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee or other representative at Reid Health via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place and approved by HR will result in no fee being paid in the event the candidate is hired by Reid Health. Please be aware: Across the country there has been an increase in job offer scams. Reid Health has taken measures to protect ourselves from this. Our hiring practices do require face to face interviews and on-site visits prior to offers of employment.

Responsibilities

The RN-Navigator guides oncology patients through their cancer journey by coordinating care, providing education on treatment options, and breaking down barriers to quality care. They collaborate with healthcare teams to develop educational programs and maintain individualized care plans across the continuum of care.