Nurse Navigator

Overview

Nurse Navigator — Adult Ambulatory Care

Saint Peter's is among the few hospitals in the world to have earned its 7th consecutive Magnet designation and its first Magnet with Distinction designation. The Magnet with Distinction designation is an elite level of this recognition, awarded to organizations that demonstrate exceptional performance in nursing practices and patient outcomes. Our team of award-winning nurses is growing, and we are looking for talented, compassionate RNs to join our team.

• Be the patient’s primary point of contact after they are seen for consult. Coordinate patient appointments with other specialists as needed (e.g., Medical Oncology, GI for Colonoscopy, Urology for space Oar/Fiducials, etc.).
• Coordinate procedures such as HDR treatments, biopsies, PEG tube placement, Fiducial and Gel placement by Radiation Oncology physicians. Guide P.A.T. process, ensure completion of necessary assessments and charting prior to the process.
• Provide patients and their families with appropriate education and resources based on their disease sites. Reinforce information from healthcare providers. Create updates and maintain educational materials such as Guidebooks, patient education information sheets, room posters, newsletters as needed. Provide emotional support to patients and families coping with a cancer diagnosis.
• Navigate patients referred to other centers for surgical interventions back to the department by checking in with patients periodically and building relationships with clinics we commonly share patients with.
• Coordinate patients  needs with Social Work, physical therapy, audiology, nutrition, smoking cessation, transportation, etc. Serve as point of contact for inpatients for post-hospitalization follow-ups.
• Work with Supervisor to support volume growth initiatives for the Center. Attend tumor boards and internal chart rounds. Ensure appropriate patients from tumor boards are scheduled for consultations and follow-ups. Attend and participate in 1 or more Community Outreach events per year by coordinating with Supervisor and Cancer Center Manager.
• Collaborate with Radiation Oncology Nurse for patient care. Provide nursing coverage during vacations and high patient volume. Facilitate maintaining Nursing policies. Assist in survey readiness for cancer-related accreditation programs. Ensure proper documentation in the EMR for tracking.
• Promote and maintain patient satisfaction results via Press Ganey. Proactively follow up on problem identification and recommendations for improvement. Maintain a positive work atmosphere and act as an educational resource to staff on Oncology care. Stay up-to-date on new technologies, tests, procedures, and protocols.
• Maintain consult tracker and other internal trackers with the Supervisor for patient follow-up, quality, and performance metrics (e.g., tracking phone calls, patient flow, and turnaround time from diagnosis to treatment).
• Understand and meet requirements of corporate compliance programs; comply with department policies, TJC, and other regulatory agencies governing department activities.

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey
• BSN required
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Oncology/Radiation Oncology preferred
• BLS certification required, as approved by the American Heart Association
• OCN certification preferred or must be obtained within 1 year of employment
• IV Certification required

Salary Range: 39.00 - 63.00 USD

We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.

The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.

Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back-up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.

You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's.