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Cancer Care Clinical Navigator

2 months ago

Columbus, Ohio, United States The Christ Hospital Full time

Job Overview

The Oncology Clinical Nurse Navigator leverages their specialized nursing expertise to provide tailored support to patients, families, and caregivers, assisting them in navigating the complexities of the healthcare system. By employing the nursing process, the Clinical Nurse Navigator delivers education and resources that empower informed decision-making and ensure timely access to high-quality health and psychosocial services throughout the cancer care continuum. This role encompasses essential nursing responsibilities, including clinical care, telephone triage, symptom management, oversight of patients on oral chemotherapy, data collection, patient education, and ongoing monitoring and follow-up. The Clinical Nurse Navigator collaborates closely with schedulers, medical assistants, non-clinical navigators, infusion nurses, and physicians to effectively manage daily clinical operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Takes on nursing care responsibilities for a designated group of patients within hematology/oncology, focusing on assessment, education, coordination, and documentation.
  • Acts as the primary contact for physicians, patients, and caregivers to facilitate the coordination of care.
  • Ensures a seamless transition for patients from diagnosis and active treatment to survivorship, chronic cancer management, and end-of-life care.
  • Serves as a liaison among multidisciplinary team members and various departments/specialties to integrate vital patient information for a cohesive continuum of care.
  • Receives and triages patient telephone inquiries, responding appropriately to meet individual patient needs promptly. Notifies physicians as necessary for patients requiring medical intervention.
  • Conducts follow-up calls to patients as needed to ensure adherence to treatment protocols and to assess evolving clinical situations.
  • Collaborates with Financial Advocates to secure financial assistance for all treatment modalities.
  • Works in conjunction with the Prior Authorization team to facilitate necessary authorizations for treatments.
  • Provides psychosocial support and coordinates appropriate referrals for patients, families, and caregivers.
  • Develops standardized care plans with physicians, including referrals, bone marrow transplants, drug protocols, and clinical trials.
  • Partners with the multidisciplinary team to create and/or update the patient's care plan, ensuring it is clear and actionable for the patient, family, and caregivers.
  • Designs and delivers patient education materials.
  • Utilizes technology (e.g., EMR, My Chart) to enhance communication between patients and healthcare providers.
  • Develops and employs documentation tools to track interactions with patients, families, and caregivers.
  • Demonstrates leadership by motivating, educating, delegating, and mentoring peers and other healthcare team members while effectively managing patient care.
  • Must be willing to travel and work at various locations as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Professional Development:

  • Identifies personal learning needs and areas for professional growth.
  • Takes responsibility for personal professional development.
  • Participates in educational opportunities that foster professional growth.
  • Supports colleagues in their professional development by utilizing available resources.
  • Acts as a resource, educator, and mentor for staff and nursing students.
  • Completes all educational requirements to maintain competency related to specific patient populations and regulatory standards.
  • Submits required documentation in a timely manner.
  • Engages in self and peer review activities, recognizing the contributions of peers and staff regularly.
  • Prepares for certification related to Clinical Navigation and/or specific patient populations when eligible.
  • Participates in relevant professional organizations, conferences, and research as appropriate.
  • Evaluates nurse-sensitive outcomes and engages in performance improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

Knowledge and Skills:

The following specialized knowledge and skills are essential for this position:

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is strongly preferred, with equivalent combinations of nursing education and RN experience considered. Additional training in Nurse Navigation or Oncology Certification is preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a relevant nursing role.

Required Skills and Knowledge:

  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate and culturally sensitive patient care and education.
  • Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment with patients who have complex needs.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with effective interpersonal skills with peers, physicians, patients, families, caregivers, and team members.
  • Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Exhibits strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
  • Highly self-motivated, adaptable, and creative, with robust leadership and presentation abilities.
  • Demonstrates critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Maintains professional competence and engages in ongoing professional development.
  • Adapts to and implements change effectively.
  • Balances multiple tasks and manages the normal stress associated with the responsibilities of this position.

Licenses & Certifications:

  • Current Registered Nurse license or interim permit in the relevant state.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification is required.
  • Oncology Nurse Certification is preferred at hire but must be obtained within two years of employment.