RN - Registered Nurse Coordinator Cancer Care

Job Title

RN - Registered Nurse Coordinator Cancer Care

Dickson City, Pennsylvania

Full-time

Fully accredited by the Commission on Cancer, Geisinger’s state-of-the-art cancer center in Dickson City brings all aspects of cancer care together. The Dickson City facility offers radiation oncology, a pharmacy, laboratory services and palliative medicine, along with patient amenities. The RN Coordinator Cancer Care serves to assess patient needs, plan and provide nursing care, and coordinate follow-up care for patients receiving treatment in an outpatient Hematology/Oncology setting.

The role focuses on care navigation throughout the continuum of care, including patient education, triage and care coordination.

• Coordinate the treatment plan for Hematology and Oncology patients through the continuum of care.
• Provide ongoing patient care and education for patients in the adult Hem/Onc Department.
• Serve as a resource for patients and families regarding diagnosis and medical plan of care as designated by the physician.
• Act as a patient liaison between the patient and care team, addressing issues/obstacles/changes to the plan of care.
• Perform pre-visit RN triage to facilitate first-visit decisions and initiate treatment planning for Hematology/Oncology care.
• Assist with supportive care referrals (Palliative care, Psychology, Social Work).
• Complete and document initial chemotherapy education session in EPIC as required by regulatory bodies; work toward OCN certification after required hours are completed.
• Participate in performance improvement activities and assist providers with completion of tasks.
• Assist with orientation of new personnel to ensure proper support for patients and providers.
• Execute and document ongoing patient communication; instruct patients to ensure understanding of medical condition and treatment instructions.
• Perform and assist with triaging telephone calls concerning health issues and provide telephone management advice as liaison to physician recommendations.
• Communicate Lab, Radiology and other testing results to patients via telephone and EMR notifications.

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree-Nursing (Preferred)
• Minimum of 2 Years-Nursing (Required)
• Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN;
  Basic Life Support Certification;
  Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certification within 3 months of hire;
  Oncology Certified Nurse (ONCC) after completion of required hours

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Three medical plan choices, including expanded network options
• Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA)
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous PTO that accrues quickly
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per calendar year
• Wellness program with incentives
• Family-friendly support: adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and  membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals

Geisinger is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and encourage women and minorities to apply. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.