Oncology Nurse Navigator

4 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Rush University Full time
Job Title: Oncology Nurse Navigator

Job Summary:

The Oncology Nurse Navigator is a registered nurse who works with physician practices and multi-disciplinary teams to promote the effective utilization of services and coordination of care for patients within the Cancer Center service line.

Responsibilities:

  • Establishes a caring therapeutic relationship with patients and families, utilizing effective communication while managing a defined patient caseload.
  • Assesses patients for social determinants of health, utilizing findings to develop a plan of care and mutual goal setting.
  • Serves as liaison for the patient, becoming an expert on the patient and their needs throughout the trajectory of their care from diagnosis to end of life or survivorship.
  • Advocates for patient and their families to ensure timely access to treatment and equal access to health care.
  • Collaborates with all members of the health care team in a positive, professional manner to ensure coordination of patient care.
  • Provides psycho-social support and facilitates referrals and transitions of care ensuring effective utilization of internal and community resources.
  • Performs role utilizing EBP within specialty established by nationally recognized oncology nursing associations, cancer societies and networks as well as published research and quality documents.

Requirements:

  • Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required.
  • At least one year of nursing experience.
  • Earned nursing degree of baccalaureate level of education or higher.
  • Oncology nursing experience preferred.
  • Oncology nursing certification preferred.

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to travel throughout the Medical Center and some roles may require travel to other sites of care.

Disclaimer:

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

About Rush University:

Rush University is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.



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