Nurse Navigator - Oncology - Contingent

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: POSITION PURPOSE The Nurse Navigator (officially identified internally as a 'Multidisciplinary Care Coordinator') is responsible for newly diagnosed patients with cancer across our 5 cancer centers. Nurse Navigators / Multidisciplinary Care Coordinators are vital to the functioning of the cancer program. They coordinate care across disciplines of Surgery, Med Onc, Rad Onc, Genetic Counseling and Research. This is a Contingent, non-benefited position. WHAT YOU WILL DO Identifies patients in need of ongoing diagnostic interventions and related services; and facilitates initial encounter in multidisciplinary clinic. Develops and manages monitoring systems to help meet quality initiatives. Monitors and tracks all patients for whom biopsies are recommended. Tracks biopsy results and follows all patients with positive biopsies to expedite definitive treatment and ensure that referrals to all necessary specialists (Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology, Plastic Surgery) are accomplished in a timely manner. Organizes and actively participates in a regular multidisciplinary care conference, (Breast and Lung) Provides input to the Breast Advisory and Lung Advisory Committees in the development of quality assurance programs that include tracking information, care conference presentations, outcome measures and patient satisfaction indices. MINIUMUM QUALIFICATIONS Current Michigan Nursing License Graduation from accredited nursing program: BSN Required. Three or more years of progressive clinical nursing experience in Cancer, Thoracic, Women’s Health, or related field. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.