Oncology Nurse Navigator

Company: Clinical Management Consultants
Location: Las Vegas
Posted on: May 13, 2022

Job Description:

A well-respected not-for-profit health system in Northern New Mexico is seeking a Cancer Center Oncology Nurse Navigator to join their dedicated team.The hospital and outpatient clinics at this health system together -provide the more than 300,000 residents of north-central New Mexico with access to -39 services and lines of specialty care. This health system prides itself in the quality of care they provide their patients. Their dedication to patients has not gone unnoticed, most recently being awarded Top Honor in Hospital Quality and a -LeapFrog -score "A". This health system also finds it important to give back to their community, recently donating nearly two million dollars to over 40 non-profits to improve health outcomes throughout the state of New Mexico. The Nurse Navigator will feel proud to call this hospital system their place of employment.The Oncology Nurse Navigator will coordinate the care of oncology patients in a timely and efficient manner, identifying and eliminating barriers to care. The Nurse Navigator is a consistent care coordinator throughout the continuum of care and is able to assess the physical, psychological and social needs of the patient enhancing patient outcomes, increasing satisfaction and reducing cost of care. The Nurse Navigator functions as an expert communicator providing timely, appropriate advice and/or guidance to patients who seek assistance with health care -issues. Additionally, the Oncology Nurse Navigator functions as a patient advocate facilitating accessibility to care and promotes optimal patient-centered care that supports and empowers individuals, respects individual choices and meets health care needs of patients. The Oncology -Nurse Navigator will participate in the care of patients through direct patient visits, patient education, phone calls, testing, and office procedures as well as collaborate with the Cancer Center providers and staff in the coordination and management of patient care.This health system is located in a city unlike any other, truly living up to its tag line, The City Different, at every turn. With -legendary history and culture -around every corner, an -art scene -that spans from traditional to contemporary, -accommodations -with a local feel yet world-class status, -award-winning cuisine -that's as eclectic as it is sumptuous, and countless experiences to encounter, the Nurse Navigator is sure to uncover something different about themselves. -Senior leadership -stands ready to offer the Cancer Center Nurse Navigator a competitive -salary, excellent benefits, -PTO -and sick time. Don't miss out on this great opportunity. Apply today! -

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