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Oncology Nurse Navigator Jobs
Date: Jul 29, 2010
Location: Washington, DC, US
Oncology Nurse Navigator
Department: Dermatology Oncology
Schedule: Full-Time Benefits Eligible (Non-Union) - AF
Shift: Day Shift (1)
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The Oncology Care Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of patient care across the continuum under the auspices of physician's prescribed plan of care, national oncology guidelines, and within the scope of nursing practice. Educates/provides information and supports clients and patients to guide and facilitate understanding of treatment plans prescribed by licensed independent practitioners and/or within scope of nursing practice. The care coordinator, as a patient advocate, guides and supports patients/families throughout the cancer care and survivorship experience. Oversees, directs, and provides holistic, culturally competent and evidence-based nursing care. Monitors patient outcomes and participates in quality improvement activities. Contributes to and collaborates with health care team members to positively impact patient outcomes and patient experiences. The Care Coordinator is recognized as a professional role model and clinical expert and promotes a professional environment that supports nursing excellence and collaborative shared decision-making. Bachelor's degree in Nursing is required. Chemotherapy/Biotherapy training is required for select positions, preferred for all. Approximately three to four years of progressively more responsible clinical nursing experience in oncology required. Experiences such as but not limited to the following are preferred: as an oncology nurse in an outpatient/home care oncology or inpatient setting, working with medical oncologists, hematologists or surgeons. Other experiences may vary depending upon an oncology specialty area. Must have clinical maturity and expertise. Excellent interpersonal skills, including collaboration and negotiation skills. Effective oral and written communication skills and team building skills. Demonstrates ongoing professional development by continual learning activities (journals, seminars, etc) and involvement in professional organizations at the local, state, or national level. Licensure as a registered nurse in the District of Columbia is required. Certification as an Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) through the Oncology Nursing Society is required within one year of hire if not already attained upon hire.
Department: Dermatology Oncology
Schedule: Full-Time Benefits Eligible (Non-Union) - AF
Shift: Day Shift (1)
Hours:
Job Details:
*
The Oncology Care Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of patient care across the continuum under the auspices of physician's prescribed plan of care, national oncology guidelines, and within the scope of nursing practice. Educates/provides information and supports clients and patients to guide and facilitate understanding of treatment plans prescribed by licensed independent practitioners and/or within scope of nursing practice. The care coordinator, as a patient advocate, guides and supports patients/families throughout the cancer care and survivorship experience. Oversees, directs, and provides holistic, culturally competent and evidence-based nursing care. Monitors patient outcomes and participates in quality improvement activities. Contributes to and collaborates with health care team members to positively impact patient outcomes and patient experiences. The Care Coordinator is recognized as a professional role model and clinical expert and promotes a professional environment that supports nursing excellence and collaborative shared decision-making. Bachelor's degree in Nursing is required. Chemotherapy/Biotherapy training is required for select positions, preferred for all. Approximately three to four years of progressively more responsible clinical nursing experience in oncology required. Experiences such as but not limited to the following are preferred: as an oncology nurse in an outpatient/home care oncology or inpatient setting, working with medical oncologists, hematologists or surgeons. Other experiences may vary depending upon an oncology specialty area. Must have clinical maturity and expertise. Excellent interpersonal skills, including collaboration and negotiation skills. Effective oral and written communication skills and team building skills. Demonstrates ongoing professional development by continual learning activities (journals, seminars, etc) and involvement in professional organizations at the local, state, or national level. Licensure as a registered nurse in the District of Columbia is required. Certification as an Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) through the Oncology Nursing Society is required within one year of hire if not already attained upon hire.
Nearest Major Market: Washington DC
Job Segments: Computer, Dermatology, Healthcare, Hematology, Home Care, Medical Technologist, Nursing, Oncology, Patient Care, Technology
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