RN Nurse Navigator Oncology
Company: Medical City Dallas
Location: Prosper
Posted on: April 17, 2024
Job Description:
Description IntroductionDo you want to be appreciated daily? Our
nurses are celebrated for being on the front line, empathetic for
patients. At Medical City Dallas our nurses set us apart from any
other healthcare provider. We are seeking a(an) RN Nurse Navigator
Oncology to join our healthcare family.BenefitsMedical City Dallas,
offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life,
career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and
programs include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services
at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and
behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services
and free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and
disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental
health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital
indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection,
legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet
insurance and more.
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical
and financial wellbeing
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on
years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare
stock
- Family support through fertility and family building benefits
with Progyny and adoption assistance.
- Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto
repair, event planning and more
- Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
- Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and
preferred banking partnerships
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification
support, dependent scholarships)
- Colleague recognition program
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave,
long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of
absence)
- Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only
coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on
income.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for
benefits may vary by location.
At Medical City Dallas, our nurses play a vital part. We know that
every nurse's path and purpose is unique. Do you want to create
your own personal career path in nursing? HCA Healthcare is your
career destination! Our scale makes it possible for nurses to
create the career path that fits their life - for life - and
empowers their passion for patient care. Apply today for our RN
Nurse Navigator Oncology opportunity.Job Summary and Qualifications
The Blood Cancer Nurse Navigator
functions as an expert clinician responsible for the coordination
and facilitation of care for patients with complex hematologic
malignancies, throughout the continuum of care and across inpatient
and outpatient settings. - Consistent point of contact for patient
management needs, the Nurse Navigator enhances care team
coordination and communication across disciplines, while providing
ongoing needs assessment, monitoring and assistance, as well as
education and psychosocial support for patients and caregivers. -
Provides blood cancer program support and community interface
activities are also a part of the role of the navigator. Duties
include but are not limited to: - Monitors and serves as consistent
point of contact for patients and caregivers during all phases of
cancer-related services including prevention/screening, diagnosis,
treatment, survivorship, palliative, and/or end of life care. -
Acts as a liaison/advocate for patients and caregivers as they
navigate health care systems from first suspicious finding to
survivorship and follow-up. - Routinely contacts patients to check
on health status and/or service needs. - Assesses medical, social,
psychosocial and other care needs for patients on an individual
basis, using appropriate tools to identify need and potential
resolution. Facilitates referrals for resources as indicated. -
Provides education to patients and caregivers (e.g. understanding
diagnosis and treatment, access to supportive care, financial
support and return to work. Develops educational materials, hosts
educational groups or classes). - Identifies health disparities and
assists in addressing barriers to care e.g. issues with insurance,
transportation, childcare, financial resources and language. -
Facilitates scheduling of treatment, diagnostic tests, procedures
and provider appointments for patients. - Participates in the
creation and communication of patient treatment calendar as
indicated. Clearly outlines initial plan of care, and updates with
any necessary changes based on physician's treatment plan. -
Ensures smooth transitions between care modalities, facilities and
providers, including introduction of patients to appropriate
personnel to promote continuity of care. - Works with other care
team members to establish algorithms, documents and formalized
processes for transitions in care. - Assesses patients via phone
and face-to-face encounters; monitors for reactions to therapy and
symptom management needs; communicates results to medical team as
indicated. - Reviews follow up/restaging laboratory and radiologic
test results and communicates with physician as necessary. -
Provides referring physicians and other care providers with timely
data on patient progress. - Collaborates with financial
coordinators to confirm verification of third-party payer coverage
throughout treatment plan. - Regularly attends inpatient and
outpatient multidisciplinary rounds, serving as an expert clinical
resource to inpatient and outpatient physicians and/or staff. -
Attends patient care planning conference and other meetings as
necessary. Ensures that appropriate patient data are available and
that patients are appropriately assessed and documented at patient
care planning conferences, including identification of appropriate
clinical research study options. - Uses navigation software for
documentation of patient data and interventions. Documentation is
completed in a timely manner. - Supports definition of datasets and
ensures appropriate data are collected to track system
interventions and outcomes. - Maintains up-to-date patient list and
presents patient updates as necessary during patient intake
meeting. - Responsible for timely follow up with patients and
caregivers. - Understands and monitors patient treatment plans in
order to ensure they are followed as directed by the physician. -
Develops and maintains patient care forms such as order sets,
practice guidelines, and consent forms. - Participates with
implementation and adherence monitoring for disease-based pathways.
- Assists in the development of, and adherence to, regulatory
standards, participates in regulatory Center of Excellence
(COE)/Commission on Cancer (COC) surveys and site visits. - Ensures
reporting is in place to demonstrate program outcomes and support
performance improvement activities. Makes appropriate
recommendations for changes to the current program both locally and
at a corporate level, and assists in delivering program
improvement. - Participates in marketing/community service events
that promote the facility/program. Establishes and maintains
positive working relationships with key internal and external
customers (including physicians, nurses, radiology staff, social
services staff, radiation oncology staff, business office staff,
etc.). - Participates in activities that promote professional
growth. - Educates all constituents on the role and benefits of a
navigation program and high quality cancer care. - Recognizes scope
and limitations of role and regularly accesses clinical supervision
as a support to the What qualifications you will need:
- Registered Nurse in the state of TX or holds a compact
license
- Bachelors Degree is Required
- RN with at least 5 years clinical experience in an acute care
environment
- BMT experience Preferred
- Oncology Experience
- Very Strong Organizational and Multitasking Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills to provide patient and staff
education.
- 40 Hour work week! Medical City Dallas is recognized for its
advanced medical facilities and commitment to excellence in patient
care. We are an 895+ bed tertiary care center. Our medical team
consists of more than 1,500 physicians, many are recognized as the
world's best in their specialties. Patients travel to Medical City
Dallas from all over the United States and from other countries. We
offer sophisticated treatment by our 400+ in-house physician
specialists. Medical City Dallas has a full-service adult hospital
and pediatric hospital. We have separate adult and pediatric
emergency rooms, outpatient clinics and diagnostic centers. Our
providers have access to state-of-the-art technology and are
pioneering new medical procedures to accommodate patient needs. As
a part of the Medical City network of hospitals, patients are
ensured access to leading medical experts and advanced healthcare
innovations across the network.HCA Healthcare has been recognized
as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies - by the Ethisphere
Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare
spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of
charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated
expenses."The great hospitals will always put the patient and the
patient's family first, and the really great institutions will
provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the
individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Join a family that cares about every
stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our RN
Nurse Navigator Oncology opening. Apply today and a member of our
Talent Acquisition team will reach out.We are an equal opportunity
employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate
on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender,
sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or
disability status.
Keywords: Medical City Dallas, Irving , RN Nurse Navigator Oncology, Healthcare , Prosper, Texas
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