Cancer Center Nurse Navigator - Cancer Center Administration - FT - Day

Job description

Position Status: Full time Shift: First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America) Hours per week: 40 Job Information Exemption Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview Cancer Center Nurse Navigator functions as a coordinator for patients through an episode of care. The Navigator collaborates with surgeons, primary care providers, rehabilitation specialist, and other health team members to provide high-quality care for surgical patients following established standards and practices. This Navigator works in ambulatory settings and may administer or oversee the delivery of high-risk medications. This position may also floats to the hospital. The delivery of professional nursing care at Stormont-Vail Health is guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the theory of Shared Governance, both of which are congruent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) Preferred Experience Qualifications 3 years Experience related to department specialty. Preferred 3 years Professional nursing experience in an oncology setting preferred Preferred Skills and Abilities Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from physicians, patients, co-workers and the general public. (Required proficiency) Professional nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care: • Medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care • Common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment (Required proficiency) Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in the mathematical diagram form and deal with several abstracts and concrete variables. (Required proficiency) Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public. (Required proficiency) Ability to perform the following: • Maintain quality control standards • React calmly and effectively in emergency situations. (Required proficiency) Skill in the following: • Applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional nursing to provide on-going patient care • Developing and maintaining department quality assurances • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse - KSBN Required Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire. ONS fundamentals of chemotherapy/immunotherapy administration required within 6 months of hire. Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)- Magnet - ONCC-Magnet Preferred What you will do Initiates communication with patients to discuss procedures, processes, and resources. Efficiently documents medical information using the appropriate forms and/or electronic applications. Utilizes EPIC to gather data as appropriate documenting all patient interactions. Maintains and reviews patient records. Tracks interventions and outcomes. Guides patients through the health care system. Connects patients to community and social support services. Assists patient in selecting educational programs. Evaluation of patients to determine that program specific criteria is met. Triages and refers incoming telephone calls. Oversees appointment scheduling. Maintains timely flow of patients. Verify benefits and obtain authorizations. Contact insurance companies to conduct and complete benefit investigations. Conducting initial patient intakes (collecting patient information, insurance information, referral source, brief relevant clinical information, etc.) Delegates tasks and duties in the direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care and department activities in accordance with the Kansas State Nurse Practice Act. Self-directed and purposeful in seeking the necessary knowledge and skills to enhance professionalism in order to provide high-quality care. Participates in system wide/department patient care quality improvement activities as well as standards development Demonstrates knowledge of the Kansas State Nurse Practice Act and follows the statutes and regulations therein As requested this position will float to the hospital to perform Registered Nurse duties. Required for All Jobs Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability Hybrid Scope No Supervisory Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours Hearing: Frequently 3-5 Hours Kneeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbs Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Working Conditions Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment. Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.