RN/LVN – Oncology Nurse Navigator
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Oncology Nurse
Overview
Position: RN/LVN – Oncology Nurse Navigator - Full Time
Location: Mount Pleasant, TX
Job :3160
# of Openings:1
Job: RN/LVN – Oncology Nurse Navigator
Job Category: 2 - Professionals
The Nurse Navigator for Oncology Services will be a part of the multidisciplinary team, serve as an advocate for the cancer patients, be the single point of contact for all the patients’ providers and ensure patients stay compliant with their plan of care.
Essential Functions- Serves as an educator for the patients and provides emotional support
- Identifies new and established patients with a cancer diagnosis that require navigator services
- Serves as a liaison between the patient, the patient’s family and all providersinvolved in their care
- Assists patients by obtaining referrals and appointments for social worker,dietitian, genetic counselor, nurse practitioner, community, or outreach coordinator, any clinic consultations as well as support services inclusive of the medical care team
- Follows patients through the care continuum, including inpatient admissions andworks with inpatient care management resources to arrange for any test or appointments following discharge
- Assists patients to make informed decisions
- Conducts initial and ongoing comprehensive needs assessments of patients and families
- Models patient experience guidelines (Compassion, Empathy, Friendly, Warm, Responsive, Professional, Organized, Genuine, Trustworthy, and Positive) in all interactions with the patients
- Maintains knowledge of professional and industry trends
- Responds to in-hospital consultations as requested
- Participates in community activities and health fairs
- Adheres to all Titus Regional Medical Center (TRMC) and The Clinics of Titus(TCOT) policies
- Reviews Epic Oncology Metrics dashboard along with any other navigator toolsdaily
- Adheres to established productivity benchmarks, quality metrics and clinical outcomes and submits data for the oncology dashboard
- Develops patient education programs and written communication materials
- Participates in any oncology service line performance improvement activities
- Performs other duties as requested
- Follows and adheres to TRMC vaccine policy(s) mandated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
- Three (3) years oncology nursing experience preferred.
- Experience in departments of the hospital required.
- EPIC experience preferred.
- Experience with accreditation highly desirable.
- Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse currently licensed to practice in the State of Texas required.
- Master’s degree in nursing (MSN) or master’s degree in nursing-related field preferred.
- Oncology certified nurse certification required within 6 months of start date
- Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Provider card required within 2 years of start date.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) required upon hire date.
- Proven success working with all levels of management.
- Clinical assessment skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong presentations skills.
- Leadership style that builds and maintains a climate of trust and inspires others toachieve organizational goals.
- Active listening skills.
- Conflict resolution skills.
- Expert knowledge in medical, surgical, and radiation oncology.
- Knowledge of legal and professional guidelines and scope of practice.
Lifting/Carrying Pushing/Pulling
Lbs. % Time Lbs. % Time
11-20 0-33
21-50 0-33
51-75 0-33
76-100 0-33
Movement % Time
Bend/Stoop/Twist 0-33
Crouch/Squat 0-33
Kneel/Crawl 0-33
Reach above Shoulder 0-33
Reach below Shoulder 0-33
Repetitive Arm None
Repetitive Hand 34-66
Grasping 0-33
Squeezing 0-33
Climb Stairs 0-33
Walking Uneven 0-33
Walking Even 34-66
Environment % Time
Indoors 67-100
Outdoors 0-33
Extreme Heat None
Dusty None
Excessive Noise 0-33
Equipment % Time
Motor Vehicles None
Foot Pedals None
Extreme Heat None
Dusty None
Excessive Noise 0-33
Work near % Time
Machinery 0-33
Electricity 0-33
SHARPS 34-66
Chemicals 0-33
Fumes 0-33
Heights None
Vision
Depth Perception Required
< 20" Required
Color Not Required
Peripheral Required
Endurance Hours at Once Total in 12HR
Sit 1 3
Stand 4 4.5
Walk 4 4.5
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