Patient Navigator-RN Cancer
Company: Loma Linda University Health
Location: Beaumont
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
- BB: Cancer Clinic - (Full-Time, Day Shift) -
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of
Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility,
integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
The Patient Navigator-Registered Nurse (RN)-Cancer is a skilled
oncology nurse and specializes in caring for patients eighteen
years of age or older with suspected or confirmed malignancies or a
hematologic disorder in the outpatient Cancer Center. Utilizes
discretion and independent judgment in applying the nursing process
to the provision of age-specific and developmentally appropriate
quality patient care. Case manages and coordinates the continuum of
care from referral through the treatment process in collaboration
with the physician and the multidisciplinary team. Proactively
manages daily clinic activities to ensure efficiency and timely
patient visits. Implements research protocols in collaboration with
the research team. Facilitates the empowerment of the nursing
profession and embraces new knowledge, innovations and improvements
in practice to enhance the patient experience and clinical
outcomes. Performs other duties as needed.
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing required (in progress
acceptable). Minimum one year of nursing experience required.
Minimum one year of oncology nursing preferred. One year case
management or transitional care management experience preferred.
Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license required. Basic
Life Support certification from American Heart Association
required. Oncology Certification Nurse (OCN) preferred.
Demonstrates proficient competencies in clinical
oncology/hematology nursing. Ability to apply theoretical concepts
to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and
clinical skills with a focus in oncology/hematology treatment
modalities. Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and
accreditation required. Exhibit professional behavior at all times.
Able to: speak, read and write legibly in English (and Spanish
preferred) with professional quality; use computer, printer, and
software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel,
Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event
reporting program; troubleshoot and calibrate patient care
equipment; perform technical patient care activities; relate and
communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with
others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing
policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure;
lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction; think
critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform
basic math and statistical functions; manage multiple assignments
effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under
pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay
close attention to detail; distinguish colors and smells as
necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general
conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and
distinguish various sounds associated with the work place; see
adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written
documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances
through touch.
Additional Information
Compensation
US Dollar (USD)
49.75
US Dollar (USD)
70.3
Keywords: Loma Linda University Health, Hemet , Patient Navigator-RN Cancer, Healthcare , Beaumont, California
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