Oncology Nurse Navigator- Mitchell Cancer Institute

USA Health - Mobile, AL

Job Title: Oncology Nurse Navigator- Mitchell Cancer Institute

Position: Oncology Patient Advocate

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City: Mobile

State: AL

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Job Responsibilities

Ensure patients at Mitchell Cancer Institute receive quality and comprehensive coordinated care services.
Promote timely access to appropriate care and decrease emergency room visits.
Increase utilization of preventative care services and promote patients’ self-management and shared decision making capabilities.
Represent the multidisciplinary team of specialists as an advocate, interpreter, educator and counselor for oncology patients and their families.
Create and promote adherence to treatment and survivorship care plans developed in coordination with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team.
Serve as primary contact point, advocate, and informational resource for patients, care team, family/caregiver(s), payers, and community resources.
Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and coordination to provide care and guidance to cancer patients from screening to survivorship.
Work with patients to plan and monitor care, including unmet health and social needs.
Develop care plans with patients and families, providing treatment and survivorship plans post-treatment.
Monitor adherence to care plans and evaluate effectiveness, facilitating care changes as needed.
Systematically assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care of oncology patients.
Provide education and information to patients and families, ensuring seamless and comprehensive care.
Initiate appointments for chemotherapy education and coordinate completion before chemotherapy initiation.
Document patient teaching and respond to requests for information regarding disease processes and community resources.
Support families through difficult decision-making periods and assist in care coordination.
Cultivate primary care and specialty provider co-management with timely communication.
Assist in identifying high-risk patients and coordinate patient tests, procedures, appointments, and treatments.
Help patients overcome barriers to care including transportation and financial counseling.
Refer patients for supportive care services including nutritionists and social workers.
Assist eligible patients with clinical trial coordination.
Participate in multidisciplinary consultations and serve as a liaison between patients and medical staff.
Maintain regular attendance and work schedule as defined, including overtime as required.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Strong communication skills
Care coordination
Patient navigation
Case management

Preferred Skills

Experience in oncology care
Certification to administer chemotherapy
ACLS certification

Requirements

Experience: Five years of professional nursing experience, three of which were in oncology, or seven years of professional nursing experience, five of which were in oncology.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited institution.

License & Certification:

Current registered nurse licensure in Alabama
Certification to administer chemotherapy within six months of employment
ACLS certification within six months of employment

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COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

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Special Notes

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

Facility Details

Name: USA Health

Description: USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast with a focus on caring for the unique needs of the community.

Specialties:

Oncology
Advanced cancer care

Mission: To provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms, improving the health and overall wellbeing of the community.