The best thing about this role Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. What you'll do The Oncology Nurse Navigator will act as a primary point of contact for cancer patients after initial diagnosis and until patient has sufficient knowledge and resources to self-direct their care. The primary responsibility will be monitoring, coordinating care, and educating cancer patients and families as they move through the Bassett Healthcare system. The Oncology Nurse Navigator will contact cancer patients either in person or by telephone to establish a plan of care. It is the goal of the Oncology Nurse Navigator to assess the care and services required by cancer patients and make appropriate referrals. The Oncology Nurse Navigator will work in collaboration with social work and patient care coordinators for a smooth transition throughout the patient's cancer care. Collects and records relevant patient health data accurately, with no more than 3-5 exceptions, as measured by random supervisory chart review and/or direct supervisory observation and co-worker feedback Assesses patients and reviews lab data to assure values within prescribed parameters prior to all treatment as documented in nursing notes and/or flow sheets as confirmed on random quarterly chart audits Analyzes assessment data to identify patient problems, with no more than 2-3 exceptions, as measured by random supervisory chart review and/or supervisory observation Identified expected outcomes individualized to the patient, with no more than 2-3 exceptions, as measured by random supervisory chart review and/or direct supervisory observation Implements and records interventions appropriate to diagnosis or patient problem, with no more than 2-3 exceptions, as measured by random supervisory chart review and/or direct supervisory observation Provides appropriate teaching to 100% of patients and their family including written educational information re: disease, treatment regimen, supportive care, etc. as documented in the medical record Counsel’s patients for further exams and/or treatments, monitors symptom management either by telephone triage and/or at time of clinic visits as documented in the medical record as measured by random supervisory chart review and/or direct supervisory observation Advocates for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient's autonomy, dignity and rights Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity as measured by no significant, substantiated patient or peer complaints received by the manager Assures that initial care processes are followed for patients who are treated for cancer care, including patient education by RN, prescriptions, and consent Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in his or her area of practice Demonstrates clinical leadership by serving as resource for the multidisciplinary team in the care of the cancer patient being followed in the navigation program Participates in 25 hours of educational activity related to job function annually and provides documented evidence of attendance or activity to supervisor (30 hours are required to exceed standards) Demonstrates clinical problem-solving ability through written exemplar, patient/family feedback, coworker report or direct managerial observation Demonstrates operational problem-solving ability through written exemplar, co-work report or direct managerial observation. Builds awareness of the Oncology Nurse Navigation program and the services that it provides to providers Responsible for day-to-day functioning of the Oncology Nurse Navigation Program Ensure safe practice standards are utilized Proactively develops and enhances processes with the goal of improving the clinical experience for referred patients and the referring physician Referrals to the navigation program should be responded to ASAP and not longer than 24 hours Communicate with the multidisciplinary team (physicians, nurses, social workers, patient care coordinators) as needed to complete assessment Work closely with physicians in all specialty areas to coordinate care for the patient, and communicates with all members of the healthcare team on behalf of the patient Gather pertinent information about the patient’s medical, psychosocial, functional, and financial status Provide necessary education and information of the treatment plan to the patients Educate the patients on their chemotherapy regimens Organize and facilitate multidisciplinary tumor conferences Participates in the Operational/Regulatory activities of the regional Cancer Program Designs and coordinate PI initiative demonstrating good organizational skills and follow-through as determined by direct managerial observation. Attends at least 80% of staff meetings as recorded on the attendance roster Attends at least 80% of all multidisciplinary tumor conferences Assists in the development, review and revision of the Regional Cancer Program Nursing Policies and Procedures as requested by supervisor pertaining to the navigation program Completes and delivers survivorship care plans according to ACS Commission on Cancer's standard 3.3 Collects and records relevant patient health information in the survivorship care plan according to disease process Follow up according to NCCN guidelines Works collaboratively with the physician to ensure information in each care plan is correct Successfully delivers survivorship care plans within the timeframe set by standard 3.3 of ASC Commission on Cancer Successfully tracks the number of delivered care plans in the electronic medical record Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager What we need from you Education: Graduate from an Associate or Baccalaureate Degree program in Nursing, required All RN's hired and do not currently hold a BSN will be expected to demonstrate enrollment in a bachelor’s prepared nursing program within 4 years of hire. BSN must be completed within 10 years. RN’s licensed on or before 12/19/17 are/remain exempt from this requirement. Experience: Minimum 3 years Oncology nursing experience, required Licensure/Certifications: Valid NYS RN license, required Oncology Nursing certification must be obtained within 3 years from date of hire, required Skills: Problem Solving Critical Thinking Decision Making Self-Motivated Leadership Clinical Skills Team Building Communication Multi-Tasking Physical Requirements: Light Work - Exerting up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects Occasional crouching, grasping, lifting, pulling, reaching, stooping, fit testing Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, kneeling, repetitive motion, visual acuity (color, depth, perception) Constant hearing, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, talking, walking Hazards: Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure, chemical Travel: Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis Benefits: Our commitment to our employees includes benefit programs that are designed to meet the various needs across our employee population. Medical, dental and vision insurance Life insurance and disability protection Retirement benefits and more… Throughout our network, we take a balanced approach to the benefits we offer. Many benefits are company-paid, while others are available through employee contributions. Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position. Total Rewards Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include: Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time Medical, dental and vision insurance Life insurance and disability protection Retirement benefits including an employer match And more! Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position. We are also offering a sign-on bonus for this position! The bonus amounts are based on position type and are listed below. Additional details and eligibility requirements will be discussed during the interview process. Current employees of Bassett Healthcare Network are not eligible and are encouraged to apply through the internal job board. Pay Transparency Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement. Pay Range Minimum: USD $82,754.42/Yr. Pay Range Maximum: USD $124,131.64/Yr. 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