2 nurse navigator jobs found

Overview The GYN Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) competencies include the fundamental knowledge, skills and expertise required to proficiently (a) participate in the care of patients with a past, current, or potential diagnosis of cancer, (b) assist patients with cancer, families and caregivers to overcome healthcare system barriers, and (c) provide education and resources to facilitate informed decision making and timely access to quality health and psychosocial care throughout all phases of the cancer continuum. The ONN is cognizant of the psychosocial and financial impact that disease and hospitalization has on the patient and family and acts as an advocate to identify and obtain needed resources and support. Oncology Nurse Navigators have expertise in nursing practice and ensure continuing expertise through clinical experience and continuing education. The complexity of the role requires a high level of autonony. Qualifications...

Overview An RN with oncology-specific clinical knowledge who offers individualized assistance to patients, families, and caregivers to help overcome healthcare system barriers. Using the nursing process, to provide education and resources to facilitate informed decision making and timely access to quality health and psychosocial care. Foster the effective navigation of the healthcare continuum for our patients and their families. Qualifications Education required: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing License, Certification and/or registration: Current Alabama or Mulitstate license required. BLS required within the orientation period. PALS required within one year of employment.  Experience: Minimum of two years in Pediatric and/or Oncology patient care. Clinical research/APON cert./SoCRA certification preferred.  Additional skills/abilities: Comprehensive knowledge of medical terminology and current...