Job Details
Job Location: Watford City, ND
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 2 Year Degree
Salary Range: $33.60 Hourly
Job Shift: Any
Description
POSITION: Infusion and Oncology Nurse Navigator
COMPENSATION: Starting at $33.60 , based on experience
CLASSIFICTION: Full Time
BENEFITS AND PERKS:
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Comprehensive Benefit Package
- 100% Retirement Match up to 6% (403b)
- Flexible Spending with Employer Deposit
- Service Awards and Recognition Programs
- 100% Paid Tuition Assistance (for qualified employees)
- Employer Provided Training Programs
- Community Orientation: Paid by McKenzie Health
- Child Care Subsidy Program
- Options available for continuing education, relocation assistance, housing
- Continuing education paid or reimbursed
- Certain Branded clothing provided
- McKenzie Health Supports Work-Life Balance
Infusion and Oncology Nurse Navigator
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Infusion and Oncology Nurse Navigator is responsible for providing comprehensive support to patients diagnosed with cancer. This role involves coordinating care, facilitating communication among healthcare providers, and ensuring that patients receive timely and appropriate treatments. The navigator serves as a patient advocate, offering education and resources to enhance the patient's understanding of their condition and treatment options.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Act as the primary point of contact for patients and their families, addressing concerns and facilitating access to resources and services.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including oncologists, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals, to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Provide information about cancer diagnosis, treatment options, side effects, and support services. Educate patients and families about the disease process and help them understand treatment plans.
- Offer compassionate support to patients and their families throughout the cancer journey, addressing emotional, psychological, and social needs.
- Connect patients with community resources, financial assistance, and support groups to enhance their care experience.
- Track patients' progress throughout their treatment journey, ensuring timely follow-ups and addressing any barriers to care.
- Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and outcomes.
- Maintain accurate records of patient interactions, treatment plans, and progress in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Complies with all safety and regulatory requirements in the care of oncology patients.
- Other duties as assigned.
Nothing in this job description restricts MH ability to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities of this job at any time. MH does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Critical features of this job have been described; those features may be changed at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons deemed appropriate by MH.
Physical Requirements:
- Physically demanding, high-stress environment
- Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions
- Pushing and pulling heavy objects
- Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients
- Manual and finger dexterity
- Hand and eye coordination
- Standing and walking for extensive periods of time
- Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 lbs
- Corrected vision and hearing to within normal range
- Working under stressful conditions
- Working irregular hours including after hours
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations
- Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude
- Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information
- Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner
- In-depth knowledge of oncology nursing practices and treatment protocols.
- Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.
Qualifications
Education/Experience:
- Associate’s degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Minimum of 2-3 years of nursing experience, with a focus on oncology or related fields preferred.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Current registered nurse licensure in state of North Dakota
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred
- Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or similar certification is advantageous.
NON-DESCRIMINATION STATEMENT
It is the policy of McKenzie Health not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.