Oncology Nurse Navigator
Job in
Concord, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01742, USA
Listing for:
Emerson Hospital
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
-
Nursing
Oncology Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 35.71 - 70.03 USD Hourly
USD
35.71
70.03
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: ONCOLOGY NURSE NAVIGATOR-$10k Sign on Bonus
ONCOLOGY NURSE NAVIGATOR
Job : 33370
Category: Nursing
Location: 133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner, Concord, MA 01742
Department: Naka Infusion Center
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Day shift
Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Pay Range: $35.71 - $70.03 per hour
Job Summary The Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) is an experienced oncology nurse responsible for the individualized needs assessment of cancer patients, family members and their care givers across all phases of the cancer care continuum. The Navigator readily identifies personal and systemic barriers and through problem solving and referrals, helps to improve access to treatment and thereby achieving better patient outcomes. The ONN reports to the Director of Oncology and Infusion Services and works collaboratively with all members of the oncology team.
Coordination
of Care
Identifies patient's potential and realized barriers to care at the initial encounter and periodically throughout navigation, matching unmet needs with appropriate services and referrals both hospital and community based (e.g., nutrition, social work, pre/rehabilitation, transportation, support groups, legal and financial services, palliative care, etc.).Develops or uses appropriate screening and assessment tools and methods.Develops knowledge of available resources within the hospital and establishes relationships with the providers of these resources.Develops knowledge of available local, community, or national resources and the quality of services provided; also establishes relationships with the providers of these services.Assesses and promotes healthy lifestyle choices and self‑care strategies through education and referrals to ancillary services.Applies knowledge of clinical guidelines throughout the oncology continuum (diagnosis, surgery, medical and radiation oncology, and survivorship or end of life).Supports a smooth transition of patients from active treatment into survivorship, chronic cancer management, or end‑of‑life care.Documents relevant patient information and individualized care plans in the patient's electronic record.Patient Education
Provides individualized care and education within the context of functional status, cultural consideration, health literacy, psychosocial, reproductive/fertility, and spiritual needs for patients, families, and caregivers.Collaborates with treating physicians and support staff to provide appropriate and timely education to patients to prevent unnecessary hospitalizations or clinic visits and improve adherence to treatment.Obtains or develops patient educational materials for patients, families and caregivers.Provides anticipatory guidance and manages expectations to assist patients in coping with a chronic or terminal diagnosis, and its potential and expected outcomes.Communication
Advocates for patients and empowers patients to self‑advocate and communicate their needs promoting patient‑centered care.Acts as a liaison between patients, families and caregivers and the care providers within their multidisciplinary oncology team.Builds therapeutic and trusting relationships with patients, families and caregivers through effective communication and listening skills.Works collaboratively with Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Surgical Services, Naka Infusion and other subspecialties (e.g., nutrition, social work, rehabilitation, support groups, etc.).Facilitates communication among members of the multidisciplinary cancer care team to prevent fragmented or delayed care.Attends and participates in meetings and cancer conferences to ensure timely follow‑up on treatment and supportive care recommendations.Professional DevelopmentParticipates in the tracking and monitoring of metrics and outcomes, in collaboration with administration, to document and evaluate outcomes of the navigation program and report findings to the oversight committee.Maintains and supports patient's rights to care, privacy and respect.Supports the development and maintenance of a survivorship program in collaboration with MGH Medical Oncology.Supports workgroup initiatives to achieve and maintain national accreditation status.Works to promote and advance the oncology…
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