Clinical Navigator, Oncology - Surgical Oncology (Full-Time, 40, Day)

RESPONSIBILITIES

I. JOB SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES :

Responsible for the coordination of patient care throughout the continuum in collaboration with all healthcare providers and the multidisciplinary care team to provide seamless process for oncology patients.

Serves as an advocate, interpreter, educator and clinical resource with expertise in medical, surgical, and radiation oncology and care management.

Serves as a liaison throughout the facility and in the community regarding services provided for this unique patient population.

Coordinates all aspects of the perspective treatment plan regimen.

II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Essential : finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking, standing, sitting, walking.

Frequent : pushing / pulling usual weight up to 50 pounds of force, carries usual weight of 10 pounds up to 15 pounds, repetitive arm / hand motions.

Occasional : stooping / bending, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, squatting, twisting body, lifting usual weight of 75 pounds with assistance, reach above, at and below shoulder level.

Operates physiological monitoring equipment, computer, printer, copy machine and typewriter.

III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS :

Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.

Work environment is fast paced due to multiple demands.

May be required to flex hours to meet departmental needs.

May require off island travel as needed.

IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

A. EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE :

Current Hawaii State License as a Registered Nurse.

Bachelor's degree in Nursing.

Certification in Oncology Nursing preferred.

Current certification in BLS / HCP.

B. EXPERIENCE :

Two (2) years nursing experience, in an outpatient and / or acute care setting.

Demonstrated ability / skills in patient teaching.

Demonstrated ability in conducting performance improvement activities.

Experience with computer based medical records.

Assignment to Head & Neck Institute :

• Two (2) years nursing experience with head and neck oncology patients preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet