Rush University Medical Center
Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 - Supportive Oncology
Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Job Description Location:
1520 W Harrison St, Chicago, Illinois 60607 Business Unit:
RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center Department:
Supportive Oncology Work Type:
Full-Time - 40 Hours per week (1.0 FTE) Shift:
7:00 AM to 5:30 PM Work Schedule:
10-Hour Shifts - Weekends Included Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits. Learn more at our Rush benefits page. Pay Range:
$84,760 - $151,715 per year Rush salaries are determined by many factors including education, job-related experience and skills, internal equity and industry data. The pay range reflects the anticipated wage or salary offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary:
This role will support the Supportive Oncology Clinic in the Rush MD Anderson Cancer Center. This clinic supports the holistic care of oncology patients and includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, patient care navigators, spiritual care, nutrition counseling, acupuncture and massage therapy. This RN navigator role will directly support the oncology psychiatrists and psychologists. This RN would be a primary contact for patients, assist in triaging patients to the appropriate psychosocial support, and have a unique opportunity to learn more about both fields with engaged providers who seek a collaborative partner interested in mental health and the unique needs of oncology patients. The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 is a registered nurse (RN) who works with physician practices and multidisciplinary teams to promote the effective utilization of services and coordination of care for patients within the Cancer Center service line. The RN 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 RN 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 Professional Practice Model: Relationships and Caring, Evidence Based Practice, Technical Expertise, Critical Thinking and Leadership. The RN Navigator 2 care may be focused in medical oncology, hematology, stem cell transplant, gyne-oncology, surgery, radiation oncology, cancer screening or supporting multidisciplinary clinics. This RN exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other information: Requirements: 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 and some roles may require travel to other sites of care. 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. Responsibilities Establishes a caring therapeutic relationship with patients and families while managing a defined patient caseload. Assesses patients for social determinants of health, utilizing 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. Acts 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. Evidence-Based Practice Provides symptom management utilizing guidelines/evidence-based practice from oncology resources in collaboration with providers. Performs role utilizing EBP within specialty areas established by nationally recognized oncology nursing associations, cancer societies and networks, and published research and quality documents. Technical Expertise Responds to patient questions and needs via various technology: “My Chart,” staff messages, telephone contact, etc. Coordinates/schedules admissions, surgeries, laboratory testing, radiographic exams, and infusion. Performs basic administrative tasks related to the role. Establishes plan for venous access via assessment of peripheral veins. Performs nursing procedures per policy and assists providers with procedures using appropriate technique. Assesses patient and family learning style to provide ongoing education regarding diagnosis, staging, treatment, side effects and self-care. Provides detailed documentation in the electronic medical record to support assessment and interventions. Critical Thinking Reviews medical records to ensure completeness for patient diagnosis and staging; requests additional records as needed. Ensures new patients are scheduled for appropriate providers based on assessment and collaborates to alter plan as needed. Assesses patients in person or remotely to evaluate current status and needs. Provides telephone triage as defined by guidelines and in collaboration with the provider, coordinating care with infusion room, home health, urgent care or emergency department as required. Recognizes changes in patient status and responds in a timely manner to optimize patient outcomes. Prioritizes complex patient care based upon knowledge and clinical experience. Assesses patient compliance with treatment plan. Leadership Demonstrates accountability for professional practice, continuing education and progress toward achievement of goals. Establishes and maintains expertise regarding disease, staging, current treatment options and management of adverse events. Serves as a liaison between practice and referral sources. Participates in quality metric initiatives supporting optimal outcomes and value-based metrics. Assists in patient identification for tumor board, coordinates tumor board and participates in patient presentation and care plan development. Participates in the orientation and education of health care team members. Serves as a key member of a multi-disciplinary team supporting patient cohesiveness, efficiency, and patient-focused care. 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. Position:
Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 - Supportive Oncology Location:
US:IL:Chicago Req ID:
19238
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Job Description Location:
1520 W Harrison St, Chicago, Illinois 60607 Business Unit:
RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center Department:
Supportive Oncology Work Type:
Full-Time - 40 Hours per week (1.0 FTE) Shift:
7:00 AM to 5:30 PM Work Schedule:
10-Hour Shifts - Weekends Included Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits. Learn more at our Rush benefits page. Pay Range:
$84,760 - $151,715 per year Rush salaries are determined by many factors including education, job-related experience and skills, internal equity and industry data. The pay range reflects the anticipated wage or salary offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary:
This role will support the Supportive Oncology Clinic in the Rush MD Anderson Cancer Center. This clinic supports the holistic care of oncology patients and includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, patient care navigators, spiritual care, nutrition counseling, acupuncture and massage therapy. This RN navigator role will directly support the oncology psychiatrists and psychologists. This RN would be a primary contact for patients, assist in triaging patients to the appropriate psychosocial support, and have a unique opportunity to learn more about both fields with engaged providers who seek a collaborative partner interested in mental health and the unique needs of oncology patients. The Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 is a registered nurse (RN) who works with physician practices and multidisciplinary teams to promote the effective utilization of services and coordination of care for patients within the Cancer Center service line. The RN 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 RN 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 Professional Practice Model: Relationships and Caring, Evidence Based Practice, Technical Expertise, Critical Thinking and Leadership. The RN Navigator 2 care may be focused in medical oncology, hematology, stem cell transplant, gyne-oncology, surgery, radiation oncology, cancer screening or supporting multidisciplinary clinics. This RN exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other information: Requirements: 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 and some roles may require travel to other sites of care. 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. Responsibilities Establishes a caring therapeutic relationship with patients and families while managing a defined patient caseload. Assesses patients for social determinants of health, utilizing 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. Acts 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. Evidence-Based Practice Provides symptom management utilizing guidelines/evidence-based practice from oncology resources in collaboration with providers. Performs role utilizing EBP within specialty areas established by nationally recognized oncology nursing associations, cancer societies and networks, and published research and quality documents. Technical Expertise Responds to patient questions and needs via various technology: “My Chart,” staff messages, telephone contact, etc. Coordinates/schedules admissions, surgeries, laboratory testing, radiographic exams, and infusion. Performs basic administrative tasks related to the role. Establishes plan for venous access via assessment of peripheral veins. Performs nursing procedures per policy and assists providers with procedures using appropriate technique. Assesses patient and family learning style to provide ongoing education regarding diagnosis, staging, treatment, side effects and self-care. Provides detailed documentation in the electronic medical record to support assessment and interventions. Critical Thinking Reviews medical records to ensure completeness for patient diagnosis and staging; requests additional records as needed. Ensures new patients are scheduled for appropriate providers based on assessment and collaborates to alter plan as needed. Assesses patients in person or remotely to evaluate current status and needs. Provides telephone triage as defined by guidelines and in collaboration with the provider, coordinating care with infusion room, home health, urgent care or emergency department as required. Recognizes changes in patient status and responds in a timely manner to optimize patient outcomes. Prioritizes complex patient care based upon knowledge and clinical experience. Assesses patient compliance with treatment plan. Leadership Demonstrates accountability for professional practice, continuing education and progress toward achievement of goals. Establishes and maintains expertise regarding disease, staging, current treatment options and management of adverse events. Serves as a liaison between practice and referral sources. Participates in quality metric initiatives supporting optimal outcomes and value-based metrics. Assists in patient identification for tumor board, coordinates tumor board and participates in patient presentation and care plan development. Participates in the orientation and education of health care team members. Serves as a key member of a multi-disciplinary team supporting patient cohesiveness, efficiency, and patient-focused care. 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. Position:
Oncology Nurse Navigator 2 - Supportive Oncology Location:
US:IL:Chicago Req ID:
19238
#J-18808-Ljbffr