Registered Nurse Navigator- Cancer Center (Fort Hamilton)

Job Description

NYU Langone Health is a world-class, patient-centered, integrated academic medical center, known for its excellence in clinical care, research, and education.

It comprises more than 200 locations throughout the New York area, including five inpatient locations, a children's hospital, three emergency rooms and a level 1 trauma center.

Also part of NYU Langone Health is the Laura and Isaac Perlmutter Cancer Center, a National Cancer Institute designated comprehensive cancer center, and NYU Grossman School of Medicine, which since 1841 has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history.

At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive.

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Position Summary :

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Registered Nurse Navigator- Cancer Center (Fort Hamilton).

In this role, the successful candidate NYU Radiology and Perlmutter Cancer Center has an exciting new position as a Radiology Nurse Navigator based in Brooklyn, working on a cross functional team.

The Radiology Nurse Navigators primary focus is to ensure that patients receive timely and appropriate navigation to diagnostic and treatment services and that continuity of care is maintained.

In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and evaluating the treatment plans for surgery and radiology patients in conjunction with the attending physician, multidisciplinary team, patient and family.

The Radiology Nurse Navigator will also provide patient and family education and information for therapeutic and non-therapeutic clinical trials and research studies for cancer screening and newly diagnosed oncology patients, as well as in community-based settings targeted for the general public.

The Navigator will work collaboratively with the assigned teams.

Job Responsibilities :

Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team including the team physicians to identify and implement

an appropriate plan of care for oncology patients that reflects shared decision making and incorporates individual patient / family preference and enhances quality, access, and cost-effective outcomes.

Facilitates the continuity of care and confirmation of appointments across the continuum of services, e.g. diagnostic imaging, procedures, MD appointments, etc.

Ensures orders are placed for laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies per practice protocols, differentiates between normal / abnormal findings and follows protocols for abnormal findings with collaborating provider.

Functions as a respectful members of the healthcare team.

Participates in designated activities related to professional nursing standards and regulations of relevant outside agencies.

Works collaboratively with the attending physician and nursing leadership to maintain timely and appropriate communication with family members, other disciplines and ancillary services.

Demonstrates knowledge of the organizations Service Standards and incorporates them into the performance of responsibilities.

Participates in the development and revision of interdisciplinary and nursing standards, patient and family

education materials as relevant to the Radiology and PCC.

Practices as a member of the allied health staff according to the rules and regulations of Nursing Practice.

Participates in the development and monitoring of patient outcomes per established practice protocols

for purposes of quality and performance improvement.

Serves as a clinical expert and resource for the education of peers and other health professionals.

Maintains current expertise in area of practice.

Promotes own professional growth and development in clinical role.

Considers needs and behaviors of patients receiving early detection and treatment services for cancer in Brooklyn and surrounding communities.

Minimum Qualifications :

To qualify you must have a Current Registered Professional Nurse in New York. Baccalaureate degree in nursing required. Masters degree in nursing or related field preferred.

A minimum of four years of clinical practice in the care of the patient population served; Ability to apply nursing process toward achievement of specific outcomes in an organized fashion which addresses patient / family satisfaction;

Demonstrates the potential for leadership; demonstrates ability to develop, guide, motivate, nurture, and coach others; participates in service or departmental committees, staff and / or patient education programs.

Evidence of strong interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, and creative problem solving; Membership in pertinent professional organizations;

Physical stamina, manual dexterity, visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities..

Required Licenses : Registered Nurse License-NYS

Preferred Qualifications :

At least 5 years of clinical nursing practice. Some experience with oncology and / or radiology imaging. Experience in nurse navigation, case management or patient counseling and education.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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The salary range for the role is $118,614.00 - $140,000.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need.

The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses / incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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