RN Navigator - Breast Cancer Center - Full Time - Jeff Hwy

About the role

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

The Breast Cancer Nurse Navigator serves as a clinical expert, patient advocate, educator, and care coordinator for patients with breast cancer and high-risk breast conditions. The navigator provides individualized support throughout the continuum of care, from diagnosis through treatment, survivorship, and follow-up.

Working collaboratively with physicians and multidisciplinary team members, the navigator facilitates timely access to care, addresses barriers to treatment, coordinates services, and promotes a seamless patient experience.

Education

Preferred - Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

• Work Experience
• Required - 2 years Nursing experience.
• Preferred - Experience in oncology, breast health, infusion, surgical oncology, radiation oncology, or navigation

• Certifications
• Required - Current RN License in the state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels
• of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard
• Excellent conflict resolution skills

Job Duties

• Serves as the primary clinical navigator, educator, and patient advocate for individuals with breast cancer throughout the continuum of care.
• Develops therapeutic relationships with patients and caregivers, conducts nursing assessments, identifies barriers to care, and provides individualized education regarding diagnosis, treatment options, survivorship, genetic testing, and supportive care resources.
• Coordinates multidisciplinary care among surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, radiology, pathology, genetics, rehabilitation, and supportive care services.
• Facilitates timely scheduling of appointments, diagnostic testing, procedures, consultations, and treatments to minimize delays in care.
• Assists with genetic risk assessment processes and coordinates referrals for genetic counseling and testing when appropriate.
• Triages patient concerns and collaborates with providers to address symptom management, treatment-related concerns, and care plan changes.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record, including navigation assessments, interventions, barriers, acuity evaluations, and outcomes.
• Collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary teams through tumor boards, care planning conferences, and ongoing coordination activities to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Facilitates referrals to supportive care services, including social work, nutrition, psycho-oncology, rehabilitation, financial counseling, survivorship resources, and community programs.
• Participates in community outreach, education, support programs, accreditation activities, quality improvement initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
• Practices in accordance with Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) Oncology Nurse Navigator Core Competencies and Association of Oncology Nurse Navigators (AONN+) Navigation Standards.

Work Environment / Scheduling

• This position follows a hybrid work model.
• Remote work eligibility is based on departmental needs, performance expectations, and operational requirements.
• Hybrid work arrangements may be available following successful completion of orientation and demonstration of independent role competency.
• Employees in this role may work remotely up to one (1) day per week, with the remaining workdays performed on-site.
• The schedule may be modified based on patient care needs, staffing requirements, and organizational priorities.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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