Oncology Nurse Navigator
Holy Redeemer Hospital
Meadowbrook, PA
Position Summary:
The Oncology Nurse Navigator acts as a resource for patients and their families confronting a cancer diagnosis and to the community in providing health awareness, proper screening and risk behavior modification guidance. Through the use of education and assessment tools, the Oncology Nurse Navigator will serve as a central point of contact for identified patients confronted with cancer; facilitating their access to services provided within our health system and resources available through the community or service agencies and providing education regarding cancer treatment, symptom management and long-term survival issues. The Oncology Nurse Navigator will work collaboratively to coordinate patient care needs across the continuum, providing a central point of contact for the patient and clinicians involved in the care and serve as the facilitator for cancer education programs, support groups and other patient related support programs.
Recruitment Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- Current licensure as an RN in Pennsylvania
- BSN required (MSN preferred)
- 5+ years experience in Oncology Nursing
- Chemotherapy and IV therapy certifications
- Specialty certification - OCN/AOCN
- BLS certification
- Affiliation with Oncology Nursing Society or similar professional organization is preferred
- Excellent Written and Oral Communication Skills, Excellent Public speaking and presentation skills
- Proficiency with computer programs (word processing, power point and excel) preferred
EOE
To apply:
Visit www.holyredeemer.com, click on Jobs link. Search “Hospital” facility and “Nursing” job category. Click on “Oncology Nurse Navigator”. For more info, please call Hope Shafer, Recruiter,
215-214-0682.
