Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:St. Mary Medical Center, a member of Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, is looking for a Nurse Navigator to join our team!Serves as a coordinator, counselor, coach and clinician to oncology patients from screening through survivorship. The Navigator works closely with Physicians and cancer program staff and fellow navigators utilizing an interdisciplinary approach to care. Expedites the scheduling to keep patients moving quickly along the diagnostic continuum from abnormal imaging to treatment and follow up support services. Coordinates, participates and maintains cancer program accreditations. Responsible for providing input to budget development and expense monitoring. Serves as the primary point of contact along with the medical Director to help build and promote the program.
Collaborates with physicians and key members of the interdisciplinary team to provide services for the diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant conditions, from the initial abnormal screening study to treatment, rehabilitation &follow-up care.
Collaborates with Cancer Program teams and Administration to identify growth opportunities for the Cancer Program.
Acts as liaison for coordinating patient care including office visits, tests and surgical procedures. Reviews Medication reconciliation with patient when necessary.
Assists patients in obtaining medical records from both internal and external facilities.
Educates patients and families.
Acts as liaison and resource person for all ancillary services including the SMMC Cancer Center and the American Cancer Societyprograms.
Identifies patients for clinical trials/ makes referrals to Research Center as appropriate.
Identifies patients for Risk Assessment Program and Genetic Counseling and coordinates referrals as appropriate.
Develops and reviews Survivorship Care Plans at end of treatment with patient.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
2 years of Oncology experience required
PA RN License
OCN Cert preferred
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including:
Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
Retirement Savings Program
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking
And more!
Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.EOE including disability/veteran