Clinical Coordinator III (RN) - Hematology & Oncology (Leukemia)

Clinical Coordinator III (RN) - Hematology & Oncology (Leukemia)

The Clinical Coordinator III (RN) provides high-quality patient care and education in an outpatient clinical setting for the Leukemia team within the Division of Medical Hematology/Oncology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. This role reports directly to the Outpatient Oncology Nursing Directors and works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support patients throughout their treatment journey.

Responsibilities

• Partner with physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants (MD/NP/PA) to manage leukemia patients in the outpatient setting.
• Assist with bone marrow procedures, including preparation, sterile setup, specimen collection, documentation, and patient monitoring.
• Coordinate all aspects of patient care across consultation, treatment, and recovery in collaboration with the care team.
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments (in-person, telephonically, and via EMR) within scope of practice.
• Manage daily clinical activities, including lab and diagnostic follow-ups, symptom management, and treatment planning.
• Coordinate patient care with infusion center and inpatient teams and ensure accurate scheduling of treatments.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate patient education plans related to oncology care and treatment regimens.
• Address psychosocial needs of patients and caregivers in relation to diagnosis and treatment.
• Deliver compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to patients and families.
• Communicate patient status and needs to MD/NP/PA teams in a timely and clinically appropriate manner.
• Facilitate prior authorizations as needed.
• Prepare and review treatment calendars with patients.
• Integrate cultural competence into all aspects of care delivery.
• Participate actively in multidisciplinary care teams to ensure continuity across all phases of treatment and follow-up.
• Perform additional related duties and responsibilities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of four (4) years of related RN experience and/or clinical training.
• Current New York State RN license and BLS certification.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic clinical environment with scheduling flexibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in medical oncology.

Other Requirements

• Medical clearance and participation in the medical surveillance program
• Contact with patients and/or human research subjects
• Wear N-95 respirator
• Potential bloodborne pathogen exposure
• Successful completion of applicable compliance and systems training requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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