Nurse Navigator (RN)- Medical oncology
Listed on 2026-08-15
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Nursing
Oncology Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Practitioner, Healthcare Nursing
Sinai Hospital is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Nurse Navigator to join our Medical Oncology team. This vital role is responsible for guiding patients through the complex oncology care continuum-from diagnosis through survivorship-by ensuring seamless coordination, communication, education, and support. The Nurse Navigator works closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other interdisciplinary team members to proactively identify high-risk patients, coordinate care, and improve outcomes through patient-centered navigation services.
Sinai Hospital is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Nurse Navigator to join our Medical Oncology team. This vital role is responsible for guiding patients through the complex oncology care continuum-from diagnosis through survivorship-by ensuring seamless coordination, communication, education, and support. The Nurse Navigator works closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other interdisciplinary team members to proactively identify high-risk patients, coordinate care, and improve outcomes through patient-centered navigation services.
Key Responsibilities:Care Coordination & Patient Navigation:
- Identify high-risk oncology patients and provide proactive outreach and follow-up
, including in-person and telephone communication. - Collaborate with physicians and care teams to develop individualized care plans, coordinate follow-up appointments, scans, and diagnostic tests.
- Ensure timely communication and coordination between the patient, family, and care team, acting as a primary point of contact.
- Serve as a liaison between referring physicians and the oncology team to ensure streamlined transitions in care.
- Monitor treatment progress, compliance, and follow-up needs; support patients in understanding their treatment plans and care pathways.
- Coordinate medication refills, imaging, lab orders, and necessary authorizations in partnership with the provider and financial coordinator.
- Provide anticipatory guidance and education for patients with chronic diseases or new diagnoses, emphasizing self-management and care ownership.
- Teach patients and families how to schedule scans, arrange transportation, and navigate the healthcare system.
- Integrate patient and family education throughout all phases of care, adapting to individual learning needs and cultural considerations.
- Triage abnormal lab results and clinical messages for providers.
- Manage prescription refill requests and clinical inquiries.
- Support providers in addressing urgent patient issues and care coordination.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Contribute to accreditation efforts and the ongoing development of the cancer program through data collection, education, and process improvement.
- Maintain awareness of and adherence to regulatory requirements, hospital policies, and best practices in oncology nursing.
Required
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Certifications:
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Current Maryland license or eligibility to obtain
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - Current certification
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of oncology care and treatment protocols
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate care across disciplines, and provide empathetic support
- Working knowledge of healthcare systems, insurance, and community resources
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire, plus wellness programs and mental health support
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, pension, and life and disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement toward advanced degrees and specialty certifications
- Generous paid time off, fitness discounts, and free on-site parking
Sinai Hospital of Baltimore is a nationally recognized academic medical center, a designated Level II Trauma…
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