RN Oncology Navigator - Breast

Description:

Work Schedule :

100% FTE, day shift.

Monday through Friday between the hours are 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.

Hours may very depending on the operational needs of the department.

Your primary work location will be at the Eastpark Medical Center, our new state-of-the-art facility on the east side of Madison, once it opens in Fall 2024 with some travel to the University Hospital.

Be part of something remarkable

Come join one of America's Best Cancer Hospitals and top cancer hospital in Wisconsin! Be part of the UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center - the only comprehensive cancer center in the state of Wisconsin - as designated by the National Cancer Institute.

We are seeking a RN Oncology Navigator to:


* Be a leader in providing comprehensive cancer care for patients and caregivers throughout all phases of cancer care.


* Assess patients' barriers to care, psychosocial, and learning needs to advocate for and support patients and caregivers, collaboratively with teams and support services, as we strive to provide equitable care and outcomes for our patients.


* Facilitate timely and coordinated transitions of care, provide anticipatory guidance, reinforce patient and caregiver education, provide guidance in the shared decision-making process, and provide mental and emotional support to patients and caregivers through the continuum of cancer care.


* Participate in multidisciplinary tumor board meetings.


* Participate in continuous quality and process improvement initiatives.

At UW Health, you will have :


* An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.


* Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety.


* A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.


* Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.


* Access to UW Health's Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.


* A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs.


* Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Education :

Minimum - Bachelor of Science-Nursing degree (BSN) or ADN and achievement of BSN within 4 years of hire

Preferred - Masters degree in Nursing, Social Work, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Work Experience :

Minimum - Three (3) years of relevant clinical nursing experience

Preferred - One (1) year of relevant experience in the specific patient population being supported

Licenses and Certifications :

Minimum - Registered Nurse license in the state of Wisconsin

Basic Life Support/CPR

Preferred - Applicable Oncology certification based on patient population

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