Oncology Nurse Navigator

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As an expert clinician, is responsible for the coordination of all services/systems to ensure an organized, multidisciplinary approach to the delivery of care to all adult Hematology/Oncology patients. Provides expert care incorporating principles and theories of nursing and related fields to achieve identified patient outcomes. Assists the Director/Manager in working with the staff to ensure that the plan is carried out appropriately and consistently. Acts as a liaison to physicians and other internal / external departments or providers to achieve the goals of the department/program/ institution.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. Licensure to practice as a registered nurse in West Virginia.
2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
3. Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Blood and Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse Certification (BMTCN) required within two (2) years of hire.
EXPERIENCE:
1. Three (3) years nursing experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. Bachelors degree in Nursing.
2. Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Blood and Marrow Transplant Nurse Certification Nurse (BMTCN).
EXPERIENCE:
1. Prior experience with hematology/oncology.
2. Five (5) years of clinical nursing experience.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

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6. Routinely monitors service schedules. Adjusts appropriately to maximize effective, efficient patient flow through intradepartmental lab,… For full info follow application link.

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