Oncology Nurse Navigator

Job description

Job Summary The Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) is a registered nurse who provides individualized assistance to patients, families, and caregivers to help overcome healthcare system barriers and facilitate timely access to high-quality cancer care across the continuum. The ONN serves as a clinical guide, educator, advocate, and coordinator from cancer screening or diagnosis through treatment, survivorship, and end-of-life care. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, multidisciplinary collaboration, and quality outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Patient Navigation & Care Coordination: - Provide personalized navigation services to patients from abnormal cancer screening or diagnosis through treatment, survivorship, or palliative care - Assess patient needs (medical, psychosocial, financial, logistical, cultural, and educational) and identify barriers to care - Coordinate diagnostic testing, specialist consultations, treatments, and supportive services to ensure timely care - Serve as the primary point of contact for patients and families, offering continuity throughout the cancer journey Clinical Support & Education: - Provide disease-specific education regarding diagnosis, staging,...