Nurse Patient Navigator - Massey Cancer Center - Days

$10,000 Sign-on bonus for offers accepted by September 30, 2024. Terms and conditions apply

VCU Massey Center at the new Adult Outpatient Pavilion provides a centralized hub for outpatient cancer services, including hematology, medical, surgical, and radiation oncology clinics. As an NCI Cancer Center, we offer clinical trials, advanced treatments, enhanced imaging, and comprehensive care options. Our multidisciplinary approach fosters collaboration among specialists to ensure optimal patient outcomes and personalized care.

Function as a Nurse Patient Navigator, acting as an advocate, interpreter, educator, and counselor for a designated group of patients.

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to manage and coordinate the care of assigned patients, ensuring high-quality healthcare and ancillary services.

Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned patients and their caregivers, providing ongoing support throughout the treatment process.

Utilize clinical and nursing expertise to effectively perform job responsibilities.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:

Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:

Current RN licensure in Virginia

AHA BLS Certification

Specialty Nursing Certification in either Nurse Navigation or area of specialty within one year of hire in position

Experience REQUIRED:

Minimum of three (3) years of relevant clinical experience in nursing, patient education; case management and/or navigation

Previous experience in specialty area

Experience PREFERRED:

Previous nurse navigation or leadership experience

Experience within an academic, teaching hospital

Education/training REQUIRED:

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing

Education/training PREFERRED:

Master' Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing

Independent action(s) required:

Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider medical/treatment orders.

Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards. All practice is guided by and follows the VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice guidelines.

Organizes and plans work with input from the patient/family with specific outcomes identified.

Demonstrates use of sound clinical judgment based on nursing knowledge/experience.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional position requirements:

Positions are primarily weekday work but may be expected to work into the evening or on the weekend, depending on assignment.

May be required to go to all VCUHS locations.

Age Specific groups served:

As appropriate based on unit assignment

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):

Physical - Lifting less than 20 lbs.

Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive): Repetitive motion

Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking

Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

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