Registered Nurse Navigator

Summary

• Position will mainly reside in West Branch location, and assist with Midland location

The Nurse Navigator assists the patient in plotting a course through the often complicated health care system. The Navigator is an allied health professional licensed as a registered nurse by the State of Michigan. Serves as the main point of contact for men and women entering the health system with a diagnosis of Breast Cancer. Coordinates multidisciplinary care from the time of diagnosis throughout treatment with a focus on ensuring timely access to care. Provides education to the patient on their diagnosis, treatment options, management of side effects, clinical trials, and shared decision-making. Enhances the patient's understanding of treatment options available and interprets medical information. Facilitates the care plan recommendations by the physician. Psychosocial support is provided to the patient, family, and caregivers by identifying barriers to care and connecting with intervention resources. Serves as a patient advocate to ensure their voice is heard. Identifies special needs of the patient and delegates to the appropriate support staff. Assists the patient moving from active cancer treatment into survivorship developing a care and surveillance plan. Serves as a resource for the community on health issues, prevention, screening, treatment, research and participates in community and CME events.

Responsibilities

(50%)

and treatment options. Coordinate appointments for consultations and physician visits. In collaboration with ordering providers, the navigator may assist with the disclosure of biopsy and surgical pathology results and enter additional referrals as needed.

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(10%)

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supportive services that are available through MyMichigan Health and in the community.

(10%) Provides survivorship care plans to patients and the care team upon completion of treatment with a follow up surveillance plan for all patients with the intent for a curative diagnosis.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

Certifications and Licensures

BLS : Basic Life Support

Within 1 month of hire or transfer

RN : Registered Nurse

3 - 5 years of relevant clinical nursing experience.

ONCC Certified Breast Care Nurse (CBCN) or NCBC Breast Health Clinical Navigator (BHCN) within 24 months of hire or transfer into position.

Required Education

Bachelor's degree is required

3 - 5 years of relevant clinical nursing experience, Oncology and / or navigation experience preferred

Other Information

Experience, Training And Skills

Mandatory Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) training must be completed annually according to the Exposure Control Plan