Job Description
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The RN Pediatric Patient Navigator serves to help cancer patients navigate their journey and treatments
Job Specific Responsibilities
Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:
Serves as patient advocate assisting patients with a variety of needs throughout their journey
Collaborates with medical staff to coordinate outpatient care
May function at times as department representative for community outreach initiatives
Helps to identify community needs and prioritize those needs with current knowledge base of treatment and screening options within the hospital’s reach
All other assigned duties related to Oncology
Education and Experience
(BSN) Bachelor Science, Nursing
+ 4 years of nursing experience
+2 years serving in an Oncology setting, preferably a hospital
CPHON preferred; required within 2 years of hire.
Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations
RN, registered with the Texas State Board of Nursing or eligible compact license.
Skills and Abilities
Able to work independently, exercise independent judgement, and prioritize workload
Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing; Ability to communicate with empathy and influence
Great organizational skills; Able to organize thoughts on paper, presentation, and communication
Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships
This position requires interaction with medical staff in the hospital and external entities that extend resources and care for cancer patients
Physical Capabilities
Visual and auditory acuity required. Occasional lifting of patients with assistance is required.
Environmental/Working Conditions
This position is subject to inside environmental changes that may include constant change in temperatures. Medium risk exposure to radiation, chemicals, and blood borne pathogens
Direct Reports
N/A
UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
*Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*
