University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Oncology Nurse Navigator - Transplant Cellular Therapy Program
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you\'ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
This job will assist the patient, family and care giver to overcome healthcare barriers (including but not limited to social, financial, or physical barriers). Responsible for conducting on-going assessments of need and facilitate referrals to additional Support Services throughout the Oncology continuum of care. Using the nursing process and evidence based knowledge, the Oncology Nurse Navigator provides education and resources to facilitate informed decision making (by the patient and/or family).
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education : Associate\'s Degree, graduate of an approved/accredited nursing program (governmental authority, nursing board, or licensing authority with jurisdiction over nursing program approval/accreditation) (Texas BON 217.1)
Experience : 3 years oncology nursing experience
Licenses and Certifications : RN (REGISTERED NURSE) and BLS (Basic Life Support) per American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) requirements
Preferred
Education : Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Licenses and Certifications : Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Certified Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurse (CPHON) or Certified Breast Care Nurse (CBCN) or Blood Marrow/Stem Cell Transplant Certified Nurse (BMTCN)
JOB DUTIES
Assesses for barriers to care through the cancer care continuum to address patient, caregiver, or family needs.
Serves as point of contact for provider, patient and caregiver.
Serves as patient advocate to assist the patient and caregiver through the healthcare system.
Facilitates education of patient and staff by developing appropriate education programs, resources and tools to address needs.
Provides education, resources and referrals to internal and external resources based on assessment needs.
Facilitates shared decision making, ensuring the patient, family and caregiver are fully informed of treatment intent, plan of care, and outcomes.
Promotes care planning by encouraging patients to convey their wishes and goals of care; works with patients to formulate questions to discuss with their healthcare provider.
Facilitates clear and concise communication among providers, departments and patient.
Coordinates multidisciplinary planning and facilitates care conferences, as necessary.
Participates in outreach projects to help close patient care gaps.
Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
EEO Statement UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you\'ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
This job will assist the patient, family and care giver to overcome healthcare barriers (including but not limited to social, financial, or physical barriers). Responsible for conducting on-going assessments of need and facilitate referrals to additional Support Services throughout the Oncology continuum of care. Using the nursing process and evidence based knowledge, the Oncology Nurse Navigator provides education and resources to facilitate informed decision making (by the patient and/or family).
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education : Associate\'s Degree, graduate of an approved/accredited nursing program (governmental authority, nursing board, or licensing authority with jurisdiction over nursing program approval/accreditation) (Texas BON 217.1)
Experience : 3 years oncology nursing experience
Licenses and Certifications : RN (REGISTERED NURSE) and BLS (Basic Life Support) per American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) requirements
Preferred
Education : Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Licenses and Certifications : Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Certified Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurse (CPHON) or Certified Breast Care Nurse (CBCN) or Blood Marrow/Stem Cell Transplant Certified Nurse (BMTCN)
JOB DUTIES
Assesses for barriers to care through the cancer care continuum to address patient, caregiver, or family needs.
Serves as point of contact for provider, patient and caregiver.
Serves as patient advocate to assist the patient and caregiver through the healthcare system.
Facilitates education of patient and staff by developing appropriate education programs, resources and tools to address needs.
Provides education, resources and referrals to internal and external resources based on assessment needs.
Facilitates shared decision making, ensuring the patient, family and caregiver are fully informed of treatment intent, plan of care, and outcomes.
Promotes care planning by encouraging patients to convey their wishes and goals of care; works with patients to formulate questions to discuss with their healthcare provider.
Facilitates clear and concise communication among providers, departments and patient.
Coordinates multidisciplinary planning and facilitates care conferences, as necessary.
Participates in outreach projects to help close patient care gaps.
Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
EEO Statement UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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