Rush University Medical Center
Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 - Breast Medical Oncology-19927
Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 - Breast Medical Oncology-19927
Location: 1520 W Harrison St, Chicago, Illinois 60607 Business Unit: RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center Department: Breast Medical Oncology Work Type: Full-Time - 40 Hours per week (1.0 FTE) Shift: 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM Work Schedule: Four 10-Hour Shifts per week - Monday to Friday Pay Range: $84,760 - $151,715 per year Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 is a registered nurse (RN) who works with physician practices and multi-disciplinary teams to promote the effective utilization of services and coordination of care for patients within the Cancer Center service line. The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 contributes to the assessment of patients\' psychosocial, financial and clinical needs throughout the continuum of care ensuring high quality care while supporting quality metrics of the Cancer Center and Rush University Medical Center. The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 functions as a liaison between patients, physician practices, the hospital, and the community performing functions that meet the core competencies of oncology navigation: Care Coordination, Communication, Education, and Professional Role/Care, as well as the domains of the Profession Practice Model: Relationships and Caring, Evidence Based Practice, Technical Expertise, Critical Thinking and Leadership. The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 care may be focused in medical oncology, hematology, stem cell transplant, gyne-oncology, surgery, radiation oncology, cancer screening or supporting multi-disciplinary clinics. This RN exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Responsibilities
Establishes a caring therapeutic relationship with patients and families, utilizing effective communication while managing a defined patient caseload. Assesses patients for social determinants of health; utilizes findings to develop a plan of care and mutual goal setting. Serves as liaison for the patient, becoming an expert on the patient and their needs throughout the trajectory of care from diagnosis to end of life or survivorship. Advocates for patients and families to ensure timely access to treatment and equal access to health care. Collaborates with all members of the health care team to ensure coordination of patient care. Serves as a reference regarding clinical trials and coordinates care with the clinical trial office. Provides psycho-social support and facilitates referrals and transitions of care ensuring effective utilization of internal and community resources. Provides symptom management using guidelines/evidence-based practice from oncology resources in collaboration with providers. Performs role utilizing evidence-based practice within specialty established by nationally recognized oncology nursing associations, cancer societies and networks, as well as published research and quality documents. Responds to patient questions and needs via My Chart, staff messages, telephone, etc. Coordinates/schedules admissions, surgeries, laboratory testing, radiographic exams, and infusion. Establishes plan for venous access and performs nursing procedures per policy. Assists providers with procedures and educates patients/families about diagnosis, treatment, side effects and self-care. Documents thoroughly in the EMR to support assessment and interventions. Reviews medical records to ensure completeness for diagnosis and staging; requests additional records as needed. Ensures new patients are scheduled for appropriate providers and collaborates to alter the plan as needed. Assesses patients in person or remotely and provides telephone triage in collaboration with providers as required. Recognizes changes in patient status to optimize outcomes. Prioritizes complex patient care based on knowledge and clinical experience. Assesses patient adherence to the treatment plan. Establishes expertise regarding disease, staging, current treatment options and management of adverse events. Serves as liaison between practice and referral sources. Participates in quality metric initiatives and supports value-based metrics. Assists in patient identification for tumor board, coordinates tumor board and participates in care plan development. Participates in the orientation and education of health care team members. Serves as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team supporting patient cohesiveness and patient-focused care. Qualifications
Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required At least one year of nursing experience Earned nursing degree of baccalaureate level of education or higher Oncology nursing experience preferred Oncology nursing certification preferred Physical Demands
Ability to travel throughout the Medical Center; some roles may require travel to other sites of care. Equal Opportunity
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
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Location: 1520 W Harrison St, Chicago, Illinois 60607 Business Unit: RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center Department: Breast Medical Oncology Work Type: Full-Time - 40 Hours per week (1.0 FTE) Shift: 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM Work Schedule: Four 10-Hour Shifts per week - Monday to Friday Pay Range: $84,760 - $151,715 per year Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 is a registered nurse (RN) who works with physician practices and multi-disciplinary teams to promote the effective utilization of services and coordination of care for patients within the Cancer Center service line. The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 contributes to the assessment of patients\' psychosocial, financial and clinical needs throughout the continuum of care ensuring high quality care while supporting quality metrics of the Cancer Center and Rush University Medical Center. The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 functions as a liaison between patients, physician practices, the hospital, and the community performing functions that meet the core competencies of oncology navigation: Care Coordination, Communication, Education, and Professional Role/Care, as well as the domains of the Profession Practice Model: Relationships and Caring, Evidence Based Practice, Technical Expertise, Critical Thinking and Leadership. The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 care may be focused in medical oncology, hematology, stem cell transplant, gyne-oncology, surgery, radiation oncology, cancer screening or supporting multi-disciplinary clinics. This RN exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Responsibilities
Establishes a caring therapeutic relationship with patients and families, utilizing effective communication while managing a defined patient caseload. Assesses patients for social determinants of health; utilizes findings to develop a plan of care and mutual goal setting. Serves as liaison for the patient, becoming an expert on the patient and their needs throughout the trajectory of care from diagnosis to end of life or survivorship. Advocates for patients and families to ensure timely access to treatment and equal access to health care. Collaborates with all members of the health care team to ensure coordination of patient care. Serves as a reference regarding clinical trials and coordinates care with the clinical trial office. Provides psycho-social support and facilitates referrals and transitions of care ensuring effective utilization of internal and community resources. Provides symptom management using guidelines/evidence-based practice from oncology resources in collaboration with providers. Performs role utilizing evidence-based practice within specialty established by nationally recognized oncology nursing associations, cancer societies and networks, as well as published research and quality documents. Responds to patient questions and needs via My Chart, staff messages, telephone, etc. Coordinates/schedules admissions, surgeries, laboratory testing, radiographic exams, and infusion. Establishes plan for venous access and performs nursing procedures per policy. Assists providers with procedures and educates patients/families about diagnosis, treatment, side effects and self-care. Documents thoroughly in the EMR to support assessment and interventions. Reviews medical records to ensure completeness for diagnosis and staging; requests additional records as needed. Ensures new patients are scheduled for appropriate providers and collaborates to alter the plan as needed. Assesses patients in person or remotely and provides telephone triage in collaboration with providers as required. Recognizes changes in patient status to optimize outcomes. Prioritizes complex patient care based on knowledge and clinical experience. Assesses patient adherence to the treatment plan. Establishes expertise regarding disease, staging, current treatment options and management of adverse events. Serves as liaison between practice and referral sources. Participates in quality metric initiatives and supports value-based metrics. Assists in patient identification for tumor board, coordinates tumor board and participates in care plan development. Participates in the orientation and education of health care team members. Serves as a key member of the multi-disciplinary team supporting patient cohesiveness and patient-focused care. Qualifications
Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure required At least one year of nursing experience Earned nursing degree of baccalaureate level of education or higher Oncology nursing experience preferred Oncology nursing certification preferred Physical Demands
Ability to travel throughout the Medical Center; some roles may require travel to other sites of care. Equal Opportunity
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
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