Job Description

Oncology Nurse Navigator (RN) at Trios Health summary:

An Oncology Nurse Navigator (RN) at Trios Health provides specialized care coordination and support for oncology and hematology patients, assisting with treatment plans, symptom management, and patient education. The role involves collaborating with physicians, managing specialty drug requisites, and utilizing electronic health systems to enhance patient outcomes and care quality. This position requires oncology nursing expertise, commitment to compassionate care, and active participation in quality improvement initiatives within a healthcare setting.

Hematology Oncology RN Navigator - Trios Health Care Center at Southridge
Job Type: FT | Days
Wage scale: $36.73 - $74.89 per hour based on experience

This is a Union position.

Your experience matters

At Trios Health, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Department/Unit Summary

The RN Navigator demonstrates performance consistent with the mission, vision and values of the organization. They remain flexible to changing systems - is expected to demonstrate quality, effectiveness in work habits, clinical practices, and treats staff, physicians, patients and families with consideration and respect. As allowed by their licensure, prepares patients and assists during examinations, treatment, procedures, patient navigation, clinical support, limited surgical support function and/or diagnostic testing.

• Maintain current knowledge on oncology and hematology therapeutic regimens.
• Maintain current knowledge on side effects and symptoms related to oncology and hematology therapeutic regimens.
• Maintain current knowledge base on side effects associated with surgery or radiation treatments for oncology patients.
• Assist physicians in the health maintenance of patients in a complex disease state.
• Receive and screen all telephone requests for assistance by the existing patient base.
• Interview and assess patients for medical interventions in the office and on the telephone.
• Initiate medical interventions based on a symptom-focused protocol or guideline.
• Educate and monitor patient compliance regarding medical interventions.
• Perform interviews for the physician regarding current status of care by other providers.
• Perform closing interviews for the physician once the care plan has been determined.
• Monitor the psychosocial and emotional needs of the oncology patient for outside referrals and additional care.
• Assist the physician with the medication management of the existing patients.
• Support and back-up of the Oncology Nurse Navigator.
• Chemotherapy ordering system superuser.
• Practice Partner superuser.
• Perform quality improvement audits and tasks within the clinic.
• Assist in the pursuit of specialty drugs on behalf of the patient.
• Manage specialty drug requisites including patient interviews, record keeping and reporting.

How you'll contribute

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements
Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a bachelor's degree or associate degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• BLS
• 2 years Chemotherapy Infusion experience required
• 3-5 years Oncology experience required
• ONS Chemo/BIO Provider Card preferred
• OCN preferred

About our Health System
Trios is a 111-bed hospital located in Kennewick, WA, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Trios is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Trios is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Keywords:

Oncology Nurse Navigator, Hematology Oncology, Registered Nurse, Patient Care Coordination, Chemotherapy, Symptom Management, Patient Education, Clinical Support, Medication Management, Quality Improvement

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