Rn Nurse Navigator Oncology - Dallas, United States - Medical City Dallas

Medical City Dallas

Verified Company

Dallas, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

**Introduction

This Position may be Eligible for a Sign on Bonus**:

Do you want to be appreciated daily? Our nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for patients.

At Medical City Dallas our nurses set us apart from any other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) RN Nurse Navigator Oncology to join our healthcare family.

Benefits:

Medical City Dallas, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues.

The available plans and programs include:

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, longterm care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long

- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employeeonly coverage to fulltime and parttime colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

_ Note:
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location._

Job Summary and Qualifications:

The Blood Cancer Nurse Navigator functions as an expert clinician responsible for the coordination and facilitation of care for patients with complex hematologic malignancies, throughout the continuum of care and across inpatient and outpatient settings.

Consistent point of contact for patient management needs, the Nurse Navigator enhances care team coordination and communication across disciplines, while providing ongoing needs assessment, monitoring and assistance, as well as education and psychosocial support for patients and caregivers.
Provides blood cancer program support and community interface activities are also a part of the role of the navigator.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Monitors and serves as consistent point of contact for patients and caregivers during all phases of cancer-related services including prevention/screening, diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, palliative, and/or end of life care.
Acts as a liaison/advocate for patients and caregivers as they navigate health care systems from first suspicious finding to survivorship and followup.
Routinely contacts patients to check on health status and/or service needs.
Assesses medical, social, psychosocial and other care needs for patients on an individual basis, using appropriate tools to identify need and potential resolution. Facilitates referrals for resources as indicated.
Provides education to patients and caregivers (e.g. understanding diagnosis and treatment, access to supportive care, financial support and return to work. Develops educational materials, hosts educational groups or classes).
Identifies health disparities and assists in addressing barriers to care e.g. issues with insurance, transportation, childcare, financial resources and language.
Facilitates scheduling of treatment, diagnostic tests, procedures and provider appointments for patients.
Participates in the creation and communication of patient treatment calendar as indicated. Clearly outlines initial plan of care, and updates with any necessary changes based on physician's treatment plan.
Ensures smooth transitions between care modalities, facilities and providers, including introduction of patients to appropriate personnel to promote continuity of care.
Works with other care team members to establish algorithms, documents and formalized processes for transitions in care.
Assesses patients via phone and facetoface encounters; monitors for reactions to therapy and symptom management needs; communicates results to medical team as indicated.
Reviews follow up/restaging laboratory and radiologic test results and communicates with physician as necessary.
Provides referring physicians and other care providers with timely data on patient progress.
Collaborates