Oncology Patient Navigator RN

Department:

Cancer Resource Center

Shift:

Primarily Days (United States of America)

Employee Type:

Regular

Per Diem Type (if applicable):

Minimum Pay Range:

$55.77 - $69.71

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

The Oncology Patient Navigator RN uses a collaborative process which assesses plans, implements, coordinates, monitors and evaluates options and services to meet an individual's health needs through communication and available resources to promote quality cost-effective outcomes. This program provides standardized oncology education, orientation, information, guidance and support during each phase of the patient care continuum. The Oncology Patient Navigator RN coordinates, develops and/or leads oncology group support and/or education offerings, and outreach programs and other activities designed to promote awareness and coordinated care of individuals with Cancer in El Dorado County. This individual has suitable academic preparation and utilizes a knowledge base in the oncology disease processes, diagnosis, treatment options, regimens as well as psychosocial aspects of the disease and barriers to care.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Current CA Registered Nursing (RN) license required.

Knowledge:

• Minimum 3 years nursing experience within inpatient and/or outpatient treatment settings preferred.

• Knowledge of oncology disease processes and treatments, coordination of care management, symptom management and the ability to address psychosocial aspects of the disease preferred.

• Experience in oncology, with patient education, counseling, care coordination, case management and/or "navigation" strongly preferred.

Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to function independently

• Self-directed and proven effective organization and prioritization skills

• Comfortable with regularly verifying and processing insurance eligibility and obtaining authorization requests, including verifying personal credentials with external partners to obtain this information (e.g., ID.me for identity verification for VA insurance coordination).