Westcancercenter
Oncology Nurse Navigator - Full Time - Wolf River
Germantown, TN . Posted 26 days ago
The role
The Oncology Nurse Navigator serves as a dedicated care coordinator throughout the cancer care continuum. This role assesses and addresses the physical, emotional, and social needs of patients while working with healthcare providers to remove barriers to care.
What you will do
- Assess, plan, facilitate, and coordinate care to meet patients' physical, emotional, and social needs
- Advocate for timely, high-quality care by guiding patients through the healthcare system
- Coordinate appointments, referrals, and services to ensure continuous care
- Provide education on treatment plans, symptom management, and health maintenance
- Maintain accurate documentation and tracking of patient progress and clinical outcomes
- Reduce barriers to care through anticipatory guidance, insurance coordination, and community resource navigation
- Collaborate with oncologists, specialists, and support teams to enhance patient experience and outcomes
- Educate patients on individualized care plans
- Serve as a trusted resource for patients and families
- Perform RN scope duties, including telephone triage and clinical assessments
Required qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- At least 1 year of nursing experience
- Current RN license in the state of practice or compact license
- BLS certification
- OCN certification required within two (2) years of hire
- Strong knowledge of oncology practices and patient navigation
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Critical thinking and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively, and work both independently and collaboratively
- Proficiency with electronic documentation and EMR systems
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach with strong attention to detail
Nice to have
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing
- Outpatient nursing and scheduling experience
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
About the company
West Cancer Center is a comprehensive oncology practice where compassionate care meets innovative medicine. Their team of specialists works together to guide each patient through every step of the cancer experience.