Clinical Navigator - Oncology (Regular, Full-Time, 40, Day)

Responsibilities

I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Responsible for the coordination of patient care throughout the continuum in collaboration with all healthcare providers and the multidisciplinary care team to provide seamless process for oncology patients.
• Serves as an advocate, interpreter, educator and clinical resource with expertise in medical, surgical, and radiation oncology and care management.
• Serves as a liaison throughout the facility and in the community regarding services provided for this unique patient population.
• Coordinates all aspects of the perspective treatment plan regimen.


II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
• Essential: finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking, standing, sitting, walking.
• Frequent: pushing/pulling usual weight up to 50 pounds of force, carries usual weight of 10 pounds up to 15 pounds, repetitive arm/hand motions.
• Occasional: stooping/bending, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, squatting, twisting body, lifting usual weight of 75 pounds with assistance, reach above, at and below shoulder level.
• Operates physiological monitoring equipment, computer, printer, copy machine and typewriter.

III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
• Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
• Work environment is fast paced due to multiple demands.
• May be required to flex hours to meet departmental needs.
• May require off island travel as needed.


IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
• Current Hawaii State License as a Registered Nurse.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• Certification in Oncology Nursing preferred.
• Current certification in BLS/HCP.

B. EXPERIENCE:
• Two (2) years nursing experience, in an outpatient and/or acute care setting.
• Demonstrated ability/skills in patient teaching.
• Demonstrated ability in conducting performance improvement activities.
• Experience with computer based medical records.


Assignment to Head & Neck Institute:
• Two (2) years nursing experience with head and neck oncology patients preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet

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