Surgical Nurse Navigator - New England Cancer Specialists

New England Cancer Specialists (NECS) is currently seeking a Full-Time 32-40 hour Oncology Surgical Nurse Navigator. The Surgical Nurse Navigator will be responsible for providing care to our benign, high-risk and malignant surgical population throughout their entire patient experience, from pre-surgery through post-surgery. The successful candidate will help navigate the patient through diagnostic workup to surgical interventions and/or other clinical care needed to ensure the best outcomes for the patient such as: imaging, medical oncology, physical therapy, genetic testing, radiation oncology and other supportive services. The ideal candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills and a strong commitment to providing high quality patient care. The successful candidate must have two years of experience in surgical specialty or related field such as breast oncology.

NECS is a private medical practice composed of 18 oncologists and hematologists serving the region from six separate locations in Maine and New Hampshire. Our mission is to make life better for people with cancer and blood disorders. Kindness, compassion, and respect are part of everything that we do - from our phone operators to our physicians, every person on our team is important, and everyone makes a difference every day. We are proud to be the first Dana Farber Affiliate practice in the country, striving to provide the highest quality care and unmatched, holistic support for every patient, every day.

Keyword: Surgical Nurse Navigator
Required Experience:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• This individual will be responsible for providing care to our surgical patients throughout their entire patient experience, from pre-surgery through post-surgery.
• This individual will work closely with NECS intake department and triage benign, high-risk, and breast cancer referrals to the appropriate department.
• Works closely with the oncology team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Works well with other NECS navigators and other departments such as Radiology, Pathology and supportive services.
• Participates in case conferences, tumor boards, and patient care meetings.
• Educates patients on self-care strategies, nutrition, and lifestyle changes that can aid recovery and overall well-being.
• Communicates effectively with the patient and other healthcare team members.
• Maintains organizational skills and keeps accurate patient records.
• Demonstrates compassion and empathy for patients.
• Can accurately reinforce the education patients receive about their options and be available to answer questions.
• Monitors patient progress and addresses any issues that arise.
• Stays up-to-date on changes in regulations and healthcare treatments.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge in breast and/or surgical care with motivation to acquire additional knowledge in these areas.
• Proven organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive initiative to identify issues and recommend solutions. Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• High ethical standards. Intense desire to succeed. Ability to make tough decisions. Change agent.
• Knowledge of the nature of diseases, their treatments both curative and palliative, and the side effects of related therapies.
• Knowledge of area agencies and willingness to collaborate with these agencies, initiating referrals when applicable.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing required. Licensed Nurse within State of Maine required.
• Two years plus nursing professional experience required.
• Surgical/Breast Oncology experience preferred.
• OCN required within 1 (one) year of hire or when eligible based on ONCC criteria

Benefits:

New England Cancer Specialists offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Our benefits include medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurances. Company-paid Life Insurance, Short Term, and Long-Term disability insurances as well as Long Term Care insurance are offered 1st of the month after your hire date. Other benefits include a company-sponsored retirement program, generous Paid Time Off in addition to 10 Company-paid holidays, a Wellness Program, and other voluntary benefits.

From: New England Cancer Specialists