• Oncology Navigator RN

    Catholic Health Initiatives (Lufkin, TX)


    Job Summary and Responsibilities

    Job Summary / Purpose

    Enhances the patient experience by providing a seamless navigation process from diagnosis through the continuum of care to survivorship by offering individualized assistance to patients, families and caregivers to reduce barriers to care and facilitate timely access to care. Responsible for collaborating with physicians and members of the interdisciplinary teams to triage, coordinate and consistently manage patient care by educating the patient and serving as a point of contact for patients and families. Works with patients and families to answer questions, provide emotional support and resolve any barriers, needs or issues related to the cycle of care. Responsible for serving as the patient's liaison and advocate in interactions with the entire treatment team.

    Job Requirements

    Minimum Qualifications

    Required Education and Experience

     

    Education: Associates Degree, Nursing

     

    Experience: Five year’s nursing experience

     

    Required Licensure and Certifications

     

    Registered Nurse License

     

    Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

     

    Organizational and Planning techniques. Effective Written and Verbal Communication. Time Management. Computer skills in database management and forms development.

     

    Where You'll Work

     

    St. Luke's Health - Memorial Lufkin is dedicated to enhancing your health and well-being. Our facility is a collaboration between St. Luke’s Health and a team of specialized physicians—focused on general and interventional cardiology, sports medicine, and orthopedics, including total joint replacement and spine care.

     

    Your time at work should be fulfilling. Rewarding. Inspiring. That’s what you’ll find when you join one of our non-profit CHI facilities across the nation. You’ll find challenging, rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us and together we’ll create healthier, stronger communities. What sets us apart from other healthcare organizations? How much time do you have? In short, it all starts with our current employees. They believe in living our mission to provide compassion to everyone. We, in turn, believe that growing and supporting our people allows us to deliver a higher degree of quality care to our patients. CHI advocates for all who live in the communities we serve, especially the most vulnerable. Choose an organization who will champion your talents and nurture your career. Choose CHI!

    Pay Range

    $34.69 - $51.59 /hour

     

    We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.