RN, Surgical Oncology Navigator

Physician Services – Primary Care, Specialty Care Service Line | Days | On-Site | Regular

With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

Coordinates the care of solid tumor malignancies during all phases of treatment, from referral or diagnosis through survivorship.  Provides high quality, comprehensive and cost-effective nursing care for both patients and their families consistent with established standards. Facilitates the transition of patients from inpatient to outpatient and vice versa throughout all phases of care.  Serves as care coordinator for the multi-disciplinary team. Primary contact for access to services provided by the oncology program. The solid tumor navigator is a self-directed individual whose primary function is that of expert practitioner, with essential educator, consultant, case management, and managerial role components.

Employment Qualifications

Education:   Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing, BSN preferred (If currently bachelor’s prepared, BSN degree pursuit required within 1 year of role assumption with completion of degree within 3-5 years.)

Experience:   Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an actively practicing registered nurse or 1 year of oncology and chemotherapy experience required.

Licensure, Registration, or Certification: RN Required, BCLS Required, ONS Chemotherapy and OCN (national certification) within two years of role assumption

Essential Job Functions

General:

• Adheres to St. Francis and Bon Secours rules, regulations, and policies.

• Demonstrates expertise in critical thinking and nursing problem solving skills based on theoretical knowledge, clinical expertise, and sound judgment.

• Serves as a clinical resource for nursing practice in area of specialty.

• Performs duties and responsibilities of a nurse clinician as required.

• Assesses health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history; assists in physical exam and psychosocial assessment.

• Reviews and reports the results of the health status assessment and physical examination, pertinent laboratory data, radiographic data, and psychosocial assessment of assigned patients to the attending and collaborating physicians and multi-disciplinary care team. Shares test results with patients and continues on-going treatment and caregiver education.

• Assists in the identification of patients eligible for current research studies.

• Coordinates care of research participants with the assigned Research Coordinator.

• Assists in the management of symptoms/toxicities/health abnormalities related to treatment which includes surgery, chemotherapy, radiation and rehabilitation following treatment in collaboration with the attending and collaborating physicians and multi-disciplinary care team.

• Provides psychosocial support to patients and families throughout therapy and rehabilitation.

• As necessary, facilitates communication among patient/family, physician and interdisciplinary team through utilization of regular case conferences and interdisciplinary rounds.

• Facilitates consultations, pre-testing, diagnostic tests or procedures and future appointments required for initial treatment consultations. 

• Participates in the development and implementation of standards for solid tumor patients in conjunction with other health care professionals.

• Communicates with the financial coordinator and assists with patient and/or drug assistance as necessary.

• Incorporates standards of care associated with the oncology program into clinical practice.

• Provides patient, family, community, and professional education to those interested in the process of solid tumor malignancy management.

• Assists with marketing of oncology and navigation programs to other health care professionals, payers, and community.

  Educator:

  • Facilitates the nursing staff in the acquisition and application of clinical practice skills, theoretical knowledge, and decision-making skills.

  • Provides education for new personnel and the maintenance of current competencies.

  • Assesses educational and discharge planning needs for the patients and their caregivers.

  • Assists in the development, implementation, and provision of educational programs for patients, families, and the community.

  • Maintains 15 continuing education units (CEU’s) related to disease specific treatment and symptom management per year.

    Consultant:

    • Utilizes nursing expertise and specialization to provide consultation services to health care providers and health care consumers within the Bon Secours network, St. Francis and the community in areas such as:

    • Patient and family care

    • Product acquisition

    • Advancement and incorporation of technology

    • Policy development and implementation

    • Clinical aspects of nursing management

    • Clinical and administrative research

      Case Management:

      • Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of department and institutional goals for the oncology program.

      • Participates in the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of standards of practice for the solid tumor malignancy patient.

      • Assists with maintaining regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and data management as needed.

      • Evaluates the clinical outcomes of nursing practice, resource utilization, and environmental conditions.

      • Communicates essential information regarding patient status at all phases.

      • Assists with insurance issues, ordering and review of diagnostic testing, and writing treatment orders.

        Other Job Functions

        • Familiar with all nursing policies and procedures of practice for the Bon Secours and St. Francis health systems.

        •       Adheres to Bon Secours St. Francis Health System rules, regulations, and polices.

        •       Performs other duties as assigned.  Assists and supports other departments when needed.

        • Displays excellent verbal and written communication skills.

        • Possesses knowledge of clinic and nursing structure standards/policies.

        • Demonstrates self-directed learning through completion and maintenance of orientation requirements, nursing certification, updates, and continuing education programs.

        • Possesses clinical assessment skills relative to oncology patients and families.Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
          
          Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
          Prescription drug coverage
          Flexible spending accounts
          Life insurance w/AD&D
          Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
          Paid time off
          Educational Assistance
          And much more
          
          *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

          All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com