Nurse Navigator

Nurse Navigator

The Nurse Navigator serves as a consistent care coordinator ensuring timely access and seamless coordination of services throughout the continuum of care, from diagnosis through survivorship. The Nurse Navigator will meet with the patient and their support systems to provide emotional support and guidance. As a single point of contact, the Nurse Navigator will provide medical information, education, and share knowledge regarding internal and external support services and resources.

Department: Medical Oncology

Hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-4:30pm; Friday 8am-3:30pm

Required: ADN, Registered Nurse, BLS or CPR within 90 days of hire

Pay: Based on experience, starting at $35.43

Responsibilities:

Provides education and information to the patient and family. Initiates and documents patient teaching, including family and significant others, based on assessment of needs. Relays information between provider(s) and client(s), which may include but is not limited to communications with patients, families, pharmacies, nursing homes, office staff, insurers, and facilities. At provider's instruction, communicates provider advice, instructions, orders and results, as applicable, including accurate documentation of exchanges. Schedules patients for diagnostic, therapeutic, referral, or additional office visits. Serves as a resource for community educational events, such as health fairs, screenings, symposiums, and lectures. Supports the patient during difficult decision-making periods. Assists in coordination of end-of-life care for patient and provides emotional support.

Requirements:

ADN (Required)BLS or CPR certification (within 90 days of hire) - Sarah Bush Lincoln, RN-Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

Compensation:

Estimated Compensation Range $35.43 - $54.92

Pay based on experience