Oncology Nurse Navigator; RN Job Downers Grove area,Illinois USA,Nursing

Department

Department: 37349 Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital - Navigator Status:
Part time Benefits Eligible:
No Hours Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: as needed for additional support mainly weekdays from 8-4:30, possible weekend event Pay Range $41.10 - $61.65 Nurse Navigator RN Outpatient Oncology Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital Per Diem Join our Outpatient Oncology department at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, where you will find a supportive, collaborative and highly engaged team dedicated to safely serving our special patients with compassion.

Major

Responsibilities

The PONN delivers cancer care across the continuum, from diagnosis through treatment. and implements the transition to survivorship, and end-of-life care

Using the nursing process, the PONN provides patient and family insight with appropriate education and resources to facilitate informed decision-making and timely access to quality health and psychosocial care throughout all phases of the cancer continuum

Critically thinks and clinically assesses patients providing support and education. Manages the complexity of the cancer diagnosis

Communicates and collaborates with all multidisciplinary team members

Orientates patient to the hospital and outpatient settings as well as the organization

Assesses patient needs

Reviews distress screening for referrals

Communication and Physician Partnership

Communicates and collaborates with the treating physician

Communicates and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team

Receives and responds to new patient referrals

Education and Program Development

Reinforces education regarding diagnosis.

Connects patient to appropriate and requested resources.

Develops and reports outcome metrics to drive program development.

Assesses and implements activities that support the standards related to Children's Oncology Group (COG).

Review and strategizes activities that support the community needs assessment of site-specific results.

Professional Role and Associate Engagement

Provides emotional support for patients

Advocates on behalf of the patient

Empowers the patient to self-advocate

Maintains own knowledge, ability, skills, competencies

Continues to role model organizational behaviors of excellence

Licensure

Licensure:
Nurse, Registered (RN)

Education/Experience Required

Effective 10/1/16: BSN required Typically requires 5+ years experience in clinical specialty (Oncology)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Global perspective of changing health care environment
Ability to prioritize work
Basic computer skills
Effective interpersonal communication skills
Current Illinois RN license
CPR certification
OCN Certification or Nurse Navigator Certification obtained within 2 years of hire.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Flexible hours according to customer needs
Ability to demonstrate a commitment to patient-focused care
Ability to prioritize independently and respond to multiple simultaneous requests
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with established time constraints and in difficult situations
May be exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening diseases
Ability to perform lifting/transfer activities related to patients (up to 50 lbs. may be required)
Must be able to travel to visit physicians and other practices within our region
This position needs to recognize needs and behaviors of specific age groups of patients treated
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available.
Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington combines advanced medical technology with comprehensive health care services for Illinois' Northwest suburbs. Our hospital is recognized nationally for clinical innovation, exceptional health outcomes and outstanding patient experience. You'll also find a dedicated integrative medicine center, a Cancer Prevention Program aimed at early detection and a Smart Farm that grows produce to combat food insecurity.

Together, these services reflect our commitment to delivering a holistic…