Internal Apply External Apply Refer a Friend Back Job Details Clinical Navigator Oncology Center FT Days Req #: 0000240112 Category: Nurses Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Facility: Clara Maass Medical Center Department: Oncology Navigator Pay Range: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year Location: 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109 Job Title: Clinical NavigatorLocation: Clara Maass Medical CenterDepartment Name: Oncology NavigatorReq #: 0000240112Status: SalariedShift: DayPay Range: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per yearPay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidates educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Summary:The Oncology Clinical Navigator functions as a resource to a multidisciplinary team of specialists as an advocate, educator and counselor for the oncology patient, their family, and referring public.
Qualifications:Required:BSNGraduate of an NLN accredited school of nursing requiredA minimum of three (3) years' experience, with at least two (2) years in OncologyPreferred:Knowledge of standard of care treatment for Oncology PatientsStrong oncology backgroundCertifications and Licenses Required:Active NJ RN license or compact RN license with NJ endorsementBLS from the American Heart AssociationOncology CertificationScheduling Requirements:Day Shift, 8:30a - 4:30p (variable and not guaranteed)Full-Time, 37.5 hoursMonday - Friday
Essential Functions:Acts as a liaison between the patients, families, and caregivers and the providers to optimize patient outcomes,Communicates patient needs to appropriate health care team members including referringActs as a liaison between the patients, families, and caregivers and the providers to optimize patient outcomes,Communicates patient needs to appropriate health care team members including referring physician offices as appropriateAdvocates for patients to promote optimal care and outcome & use of palliative or hospice services,Provides psychosocial support to and facilitates appropriate referrals for patients, families and caregivers, especially during periods of high emotional stress and anxietyApplies basic knowledge of insurance processes (e,g, Medicare, Medicaid, third-party payers) and their impact on staging, referrals, and patient care decisions toward establishing appropriate referrals, as neededAssesses patient needs upon initial encounter and periodically throughout navigation, matching unmet needs with appropriate services and referrals and support services & identifies potential and realized barriers to care (e,g, transportation, child care, elder care, etc) and facilitates referrals as appropriate to mitigate barriersAttends relevant continuing education programs with population specific focusDemonstrates critical thinking to assess and meet the needs of patients by providing care coordination throughout the cancer continuum & displays professionalism within both the workplace and community through respectful interactions and effective teamworkDemonstrates knowledge of clinical guidelines and specialty resources (e,g, National Comprehensive Cancer Network, ASCO recommendations) throughout the disease processDemonstrates the ability to manage multiple complex priorities & in-depth oncology specific, as well as general medical-surgical knowledge baseEnsures documentation of patient encounters and provided services,Maintains accountability for effective time managementFacilitates communication among members of the multidisciplinary cancer care team to prevent fragmented or delayed care that could adversely affect patient outcomesFacilitates timely scheduling of appointments, diagnostic testing, and procedures to expedite the plan of care, participates in coordination of the plan of care with the multidisciplinary team and to promote continuity of careIn collaboration with other members of the health care team, builds partnerships with local agencies and groups that may assist with cancer patient care, support, or educational needsBy promoting awareness of clinical trials to patients, families, and caregivers & assists in the identification of candidates for genetic counselingInitiates and completes the patient survivorship care plan in collaboration with the MTD & screen and assess for psychosocial distress,Link patients and families with psychosocial servicesObtains and develops oncology-related educational materials for patients, staff, and community members as appropriate,Provides appropriate and timely education to patients, families, and caregivers to facilitate understanding and support informed decision making Reinforces to patients, families and caregivers the significance of adherence to treatment schedules, protocols and follow-upParticipates in multidisciplinary committees within Community Medical Center and also with RWJBH/CINJ facilities as they relate to improved patient servicesParticipates in the tracking of metrics and patient outcomes, in collaboration with Cancer Registry, administration, to document and evaluate outcomes of the navigation program and report findings to leadershipParticipates in the evaluation of quality improvement activities related to patient care, operational challenges and satisfactionPresent data results internally, locally and nationallyPerforms other related duties as assignedSupports a smooth transition of patients from active treatment (surgical, medical, radiation) into survivorship or end-of-life careUtilizes communication strategies and techniques with individuals to achieve intended or desired results and responses and acceptance or satisfaction by those involvedDemonstrates ability to develop individualized plan of care for patients diagnosed with cancer and ability to coordinate in providing the nursing care and guidance to the cancer patients from screening to survivorshipDemonstrates ability to facilitate and develop educational programs, materials, documentation tools and informational seminars for patients and physiciansDemonstrates ability to facilitate referrals to Penn Medicine with the Penn Cancer Network Nurse Navigator; communicates and facilitates patient scheduling with referring physician and patientDemonstrates ability to identify high/crisis risk patients and communicates with all members of the health care team as appropriate about the patient/family needs and concerns in a timely manner Equal Opportunity Employer At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
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