Nurse Navigator (RN) - Surgical Specialists (Breast Center)

Compensation: $75,883.20 - $112,264.82 / year (Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.) The Impact You Can Make The Nurse Navigator functions on the multidisciplinary team as an advocate, educator, and counselor for patients. By providing expert nursing care, which includes: direct clinical practice, consultation, education and research you can ensure surgical patients receive quality/comprehensive services based on best practice and national guidelines. You will coordinate patient care throughout the continuum from diagnosis through survivorship in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Serving as a clinical resource with expertise in care management, you will be a liaison throughout the facility and in the community regarding services provided for this unique patient population. How You Will Fulfill Your Potential (Responsibilities) Direct Clinical Care Provide support for the emotional and educational needs of the patient (family) newly diagnosed with cancer or patients requiring surgery. (Ex. Formal and Informal Pre-treatment/procedure education, introduction to cancer center, breast center etc. Patient advocate and navigator to facilitate transitions through phases of care by providing support and education, utilizing best practice and national guidelines, in collaboration with all members of the team. (Ex. Active participant in interdisciplinary rounds; Care Coordination of identified patient population) Coordinates follow-up to abnormal screening and diagnostic exams including communication with ordering providers, explanation to patients, and scheduling of follow-up exams. Provides patient education on biopsy procedure, reviews patient history and coordinates needs with providers (e.g. stop contraindicated medications, order/schedule necessary lab work or infusions. Communicates patient specific medical and emotional needs with Radiologist and surgeon performing procedure. Assists during interventional procedures to support patients’ emotional and physical needs including the assessment and monitoring of vital signs, intervention as needed, site care and bandaging. Provides follow-up site checks and support as needed. Coordinates scheduling with surgeons to promote timely interventions and best patient outcomes. Facilitates the transition of care to the Oncology Education and Support Services Nurse Navigator for cancer care services as needed. Collaborate with multidisciplinary team including Radiologists, Technologists, Surgeons, Nursing and Support Staff to provide patient centered care. Community Education and Support Activities Participates in support groups and other patient education and support programs in collaboration with interdisciplinary team. Participates in community outreach and education regarding breast health and surgical services. Quality Participates in quality improvement activities for the Breast and surgical services departments to constantly improve processes. Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team throughout the S to ensure consistency and quality of service delivery across settings. Professional Development: Maintains knowledge and skills through self-development and participation in continuing education opportunities on a regular basis to expand knowledge base and role expertise. Program Development: Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of OESS programs, guidelines and procedures for services provided. What You Bring (Qualifications) Education/Experience: 2 yr. Medical/Surgical experience required (5 years Preferred) 1 yr. Oncology nursing experience preferred BSN – preferred Experience demonstrates increasing accountability and the use of advanced clinical decision-making skills; documented experience providing patient education and collaborating with other disciplines; and demonstrated leadership skills in professional nursing practice. [Skill and experience equivalent to the Professional Nurse Advancement Program Proficient Level (III)]. Skills & Abilities: Demonstrates knowledge of the patient’s ability to understand the diagnosis and plan. Applies age and education level appropriate communication techniques to insure understanding. (Education level, coping skills, reading ability, hearing, language barriers). Flexibility, creativity, leadership and organizational skills are essential. Ability to demonstrate a mature sensitivity to individuals and families while helping them adjust to cancer or surgical experience. Ability to collaborate with physicians and various other levels of staff. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Licenses & Certifications: Current license and registration to practice Registered Professional Nursing (RN) in New York State BLS Certification Certification of specialty organization, Oncology Nursing Society (required within 2 years), AONN recommended Trained in BSE and CBE [depending on focus area] (preferred, will provide)