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Job description
The Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) uses their oncology-specific clinical knowledge to offer individualized guidance to patients, families and caregivers to foster independence during their complex cancer journey. Using the nursing process, an ONN assesses patient needs and provides education and resources to facilitate appropriate and timely quality health and psychosocial care throughout all phases of the cancer continuum. (ONS definition). The ONN creates an environment of care that is patient-centered and compassionate, inspiring and motivating.
nLocated in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
nPrimary Duties and Responsibilities:
nnnParticipates in day-to-day operations of the program including patient education and call triage
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nnParticipates in program evaluation and development of strategic goals consistent with DFCI’s mission and professional values.
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nnParticipates in the QA/QI projects for the program.
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nnSupports the research activities of the program.
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nnExhibits professional commitment through individual integrity, honesty and accountability to self and others
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nnDelivers expert clinical care through evidenced-based practice partnerships with patients, families and colleagues.
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n nA. Assumes nursing care responsibilities for a defined group of patients within the program, including but not limited to assessment, education, coordination, and documentation.
nnnFacilitates individualized care within the context of functional status, cultural consideration, health literacy, psychosocial, reproductive/fertility, and spiritual needs for patients, families and caregivers.
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nnSupports a smooth transition of patients from active treatment into survivorship, chronic cancer management, or end-of-life care.
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nnAssists patients with cancer with issues related to treatment goals, advanced directives, palliative care, and end-of-life concerns using an ethical framework that is nonjudgmental and nondiscriminatory.
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nnActs as a liaison between the patients, families, and caregivers and the providers to optimize outcomes.
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nnAdvocates for patients to promote patient centered care that includes shared decision making and patient goals of care with optimal outcomes.
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nnProvides psychosocial support to and facilitates appropriate referrals for patients, families and caregivers.
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nnContributes to ONN program and role development, implementation, and evaluation within the healthcare system and community.
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nnParticipates in the tracking and monitoring of metrics and outcomes, in collaboration with administration, to document and evaluate outcomes of the navigation program.
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nnFunctions as the primary nursing contact for care delivered within the physician practice setting.
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nnEngages in collaborative decision making, utilizing available data expertise and wisdom of the collective.
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nnManages patient care across the continuum, including new patient calls, and making appropriate referrals as necessary.
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nnWorks collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team.
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nnMonitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety, and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards.
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nnMaintains clinical practice that is evidence-based and consistent with nursing policies, procedures and standards.
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nnProvides care based on age-specific needs of the patient.
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nnAdheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2001) in all aspects of professional practice.
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nnComplies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice that is evidence- based and consistent with policy, and procedures determined by DFCI as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role.
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nnFosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age.
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n nB. Professional Development:
nnnIdentifies areas for professional growth.
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nnFormulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these.
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nnServes as representative on Nursing and Institute committees, including the Program Nurse Committee.
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nnSupports research activities within the Nursing and Patient Care Services and the Institute.
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nnMeets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period.
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nnCollaborates in preparing professional reports, articles, and presentations for colleagues and the public.
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nnPursues active membership in local and national professional organizations.
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nnCommitment to continuous learning and improvement through a high spirit of inquiry, innovation and mentoring.
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n nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:
n• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.
n• Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, effective communication, organizational skills, problem solving, and ability to make appropriate independent decisions.
nMinimum Job Qualifications:
nEducation: Associate degree, Nursing. Baccalaureate degree in Nursing strongly preferred. If Associate degree in Nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years. Experience: 1 year of recent experience as a Registered Nurse. Ambulatory and/or oncology experience
npreferred.
nLicense/Certification/Registration Required:
nLicensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or State of New Hampshire as appropriate required. AHA BLS required (AHA ACLS accepted as minimum requirement). Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC).
nSupervisory Responsibilities:
nNone
nPatient Contact:
nYes. Demonstrates understanding of special needs and behaviors of age groups of the population served: young adults to geriatrics.
nAt Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
nDana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
nEEO Poster
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nPay Transparency Statement
nThe hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
nFor union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
n$44.14 - $109.51
Worksite address
boston, MA, 02298, US
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