Nurse Navigator (RN) - Oncology

Mountain View , CA Nursing Full Time , Days Posted 09/10/2025 Travel Required: Yes El Camino Health Medical Network is currently seeking a skilled Nurse Navigator for Breast Oncology to join our growing healthcare team! Location: Mountain View, Ca Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Pay: $124,000-$150,000/ Annualized El Camino Health Medical Network (ECHMN) is a growing healthcare provider organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, community-based ambulatory care across Santa Clara County. We strive to coordinate care that meets the unique needs of the diverse communities we serve, partnering with like-minded professionals who are passionate about simplifying the healthcare experience. At ECHMN, we foster a culture of teamwork, innovation, and excellence. By working together, we provide exceptional care to our patients while creating a supportive and rewarding environment for our team members. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative and patient-centered organization, we invite you to join us! The RN Nurse Navigator – Breast Oncology serves as a clinical resource and patient advocate, guiding individuals and families through the breast cancer care continuum. This role utilizes oncology-specific nursing expertise to provide education, counseling, care coordination, and ongoing support. The Nurse Navigator facilitates timely access to diagnostic, treatment, and supportive services while ensuring patients receive age-appropriate, culturally sensitive, and patient-centered care. Essential Functions Serve as the primary point of contact for patients and families during the diagnostic and treatment process. Provide education about disease, treatment options, side effects, and available resources. Assist patients and caregivers with decision-making by offering guidance, information, and emotional support. Coordinate appointments, referrals, and treatment planning across the care continuum. Clinical Care & Education Perform triage and telephone advice independently within scope of practice. Conduct nursing assessments and interventions during in-person or telehealth encounters. Deliver age-specific, culturally appropriate education and health promotion. Support patient advocacy, promote shared decision-making, and ensure continuity of care. Care Coordination & Case Management Expedite access to diagnostic and treatment services. Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary teams to align care with established standards and protocols. Track and document outcomes and patient metrics in electronic medical records (Epic EMR preferred). Facilitate referrals to support services, community resources, and survivorship programs. Professional Practice & Compliance Adhere to nursing standards of practice, HIPAA, HR, safety, and compliance requirements. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, process redesign, and performance measurement. Contribute to the overall patient experience and satisfaction. May organize or lead support groups and assist with translation services as needed. Understanding of medical terminology, medications, dosages, and side effect management Strong critical reasoning, triage, and clinical judgment skills for complex or urgent patient situations. Demonstrated ability to teach, educate, and counsel patients and caregivers. Skilled in patient advocacy, care coordination, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical practice management software. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care that respects patient values and preferences. Education & Certification Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent required. Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification – American Heart Association required. Minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible RN experience in an ambulatory or outpatient setting. Oncology and/or infusion therapy experience strongly preferred. Epic EMR experience preferred. Certified Oncology Nurse-Required Experience Knowledge of oncology nursing practices, treatment protocols, and patient care standards. Understanding of medical terminology, medications, dosages, and side effect management. Strong critical reasoning, triage, and clinical judgment skills for complex or urgent patient situations. Demonstrated ability to teach, educate, and counsel patients and caregivers. Skilled in patient advocacy, care coordination, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and medical practice management software. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care that respects patient values and preferences. Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical setting. May involve sitting, standing, walking, and occasional lifting up to 25 lbs. Requires flexibility to work varied hours as needed for patient care and navigation support. #J-18808-Ljbffr Silicon Valley Medical Development