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Oncology Nurse Navigator Participates in collaboration with physicians (medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, oncologic surgeons, radiologists, and pathologists), nursing staff, multidisciplinary team, patients and their families, in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for oncology patients.
Responsibilities: - Participates in collaboration with physicians (medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, oncologic surgeons, radiologists, and pathologists), nursing staff, multidisciplinary team, patients and their families, in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for oncology patients. Identifies physical, psychological, spiritual and social needs and coordinates the development and implementation of a plan of care to meet those needs effectively, efficiently and at the appropriate level of care required.
- Coordinates the care of cancer patients including completion of an individualized needs assessment and care development plan for each patient to address physical, psychosocial, spiritual and social needs.
- Attends and participates in all Tumor Board meetings. Interacts with physicians regarding results of all cancer screenings, diagnostic tests (Mammograms, Colonoscopies, etc) and biopsies.
- Facilitates access of care to patients by educating and assisting patients in securing future needed appointments, recommending supportive programs available within the cancer program to enhance the patient’s wellness and ability to live life as best as possible, embraces and promotes survivorship programs aimed at improving the daily life and coping skills of patients and caregivers.
- During all initial assessments and all phone triage, identifies problems and helps develop evidence-based guidelines/solutions to meet desired measurable outcomes and documents all care/findings as per policy. Documents all patient and physician interactions in the electronic medical record, including all education related encounters.
- Maintains a communication system which ensures comprehensive and timely transmission of information to physicians, nursing staff, and the multidisciplinary team.
- Supports revision of the plan of care as per the physician and staff and initiates teaching/education with the oncology patient and their significant other(s)/caregivers to support/meet desired outcomes and documents appropriately.
- Monitors patient progress to ensure patient outcomes are achieved and maintained based on established standards of care.
- Participates in carrying out evidence-based guidelines/protocols that are utilized in planning patient care and monitoring achievement of patient outcomes.
- Participates in continuous process improvement efforts to improve patient outcomes, assures appropriate utilization of resources and supports efforts to improve patient satisfaction.
- Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc).
- Works with entire cancer services team to train and educate staff regarding the importance of patient navigation. Helps develop skills and roles among all staff members to assist in the navigation process. Aligns with Nurse Navigator staff from Hackensack UMC in the further development of the Navigator program at CentraState.
- BSN required
- Minimum 3 years experience as a registered nurse with oncology related experience required
- Current valid NJ State Registered Nurse license
- Oncology certification preferred
CentraState Healthcare System, a partner of Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system that provides comprehensive health services in the central New Jersey region. In addition to offering a full range of leading-edge diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState serves as a valuable health partner focused on the latest ways to prevent disease, promote healthy behaviors, and help people of all ages live life well. Based in Freehold, CentraState is comprised of a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a vibrant health and wellness campus, three award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions offering primary care and specialty physician practices, along with access to outpatient services, such as lab and physical therapy. The system also offers a family medicine residency and geriatric fellowship training program in affiliation with Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Among its many honors and accreditations, CentraState is one of less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet® designation for nursing excellence four times and was designated a Great Place to Work-Certified™ Company by Great Place to Work® for the second consecutive year.
When you bring your talent to CentraState, you are joining a trailblazing healthcare facility, committed to providing high-quality, patient-focused care. Join us in making incredible strides in health care, and making a difference in our community. We believe in enriching the lives of our employees through work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities and much more.
Find out why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!
What We Offer:
- Highly competitive compensation
- Excellent benefits package and rewards program
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match
- 401(a) retirement plan with employer contribution
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Profit Sharing Program
- Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
- Continuing Education / Onsite Training
- A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
- Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
- Magnet recognized healthcare facility
