Hybrid Oncology Nurse Navigator in Joplin, MO

Nurse Navigator-Oncology Hybrid

We’re a Little Different

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”

Overview :

This is a hybrid role with Mercy Oncology - Joplin

The Nurse Navigator is nursing specialist who follows patients across the continuum of care. The Navigator coordinates with an advanced level of clinical expertise, all aspects of treatment and care for, and in collaboration with, Mercy’s patients, their family and significant others, physicians, interdisciplinary team, and other support staff.

Qualifications :

• Experience : 2 years related experience
• Required Education : Graduate from an approved school of nursing
• Preferred Education : Bachelor of Science Nursing
• Certifications :  RN (Registered nurse) licensed in state of practice. BLS (Basic Life Support) is required within 30 days of hire is required.
• Other : 3 years in an oncology setting is preferred. Prior experience with formal patient education and community educational presentations, support group facilitation is preferred. Certification in Oncology Nursing or Chemotherapy / Biotherapy Certification preferred. This position requires individuals to push, pull, and / or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

We Offer Great Benefits :

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.

At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

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