RN​/Nurse Navigator - Gynecologic Oncology Clinic

Position: RN / Nurse Navigator - Gynecologic Oncology Clinic
## RN / Nurse Navigator - Gynecologic Oncology Clinic Apply remote type:
Occasional Teleworklocations:
Seattle, WAtime type:
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- ** Job Description
**** UW Medical Center-Montlake -*
* ** 8SE*
* ** Gynecologic Oncology Clinic
** has an outstanding opportunity for a
** Part Time*
* **** Oncology N
** urse Navigator** (job profile: Registered Nurse
2). This is a unique nursing role, focused on empowering patients to navigate their cancer treatment with confidence, compassionate guidance, and advocacy.
** WORK SCHEDULE
*** Part time / 50% FTE
* 2x10 shift schedule
* Day shifts only
* Occasional telework will be allowed once the RN has been trained on our clinic protocols
** PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Provide patient-centric care to those with a gynecologic cancer diagnosis
* Assist patients, families, and caregivers to overcome healthcare system barriers
* Work between the domains of the patient and family and the healthcare delivery system to improve health, treatment, and end-of-life outcomes
* Provide care coordination throughout the cancer continuum, ensuring timely access
* Provide education and resources to patients, families, and caregivers about diagnoses, treatment options, side effect management, post-treatment care, and survivorship
* Promote autonomous decision making through personalized education and support
* Assess and promote healthy lifestyle choices and self-care strategies through education and referrals to ancillary services
* Develop and use appropriate assessment tools (e.g. distress screening, pain scale, performance status)
* Support a smooth transition of patients from active treatment into survivorship or end-of-life care
* Demonstrate knowledge of the Fred Hutch and UWMC Clinical Pathways
* Facilitate communication among members of the multidisciplinary cancer care team to prevent fragmented or delayed care that could adversely affect patient outcomes; this includes participation and coordination of multidisciplinary case reviews and tumor boards
* This position will cover navigation for Gynecologic Oncology patients at UW Medical Center-Montlake and UW Medical Center-Northwest
** REQUIREMENTS
* ** Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
* Active licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in Washington State
* A certification in oncology nursing, such as an OCN-Oncology Certified Nurse
* Previous experience in oncology nursing, with a strong understanding of cancer treatments, symptom management, and supportive care
* Ability to advocate for patients' needs and preferences throughout their cancer journey
* A compassionate approach to support patients and families facing the challenges of cancer diagnosis and treatment
* A commitment to ongoing education and staying current with advancements in oncology care and treatment modalities
** ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-MONTLAKE
** UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses:
Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center-Montlake campus is located on the edge of the beautiful UW campus which includes many amenities available to our staff as well as very convenient public transit options including the Sound Transit’s light rail station across the street.
** Excellence. Exploration. Education.
**** ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER
** UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family,…