Registered Nurse - Radiation Oncology Navigator, Supplemental - RN

The RN Oncology Navigator is accountable for the coordination and continuity of services for patients receiving multi-modality cancer treatments.  The RN Oncology Navigator works within a multidisciplinary team to manage and coordinate all aspects of care for a defined population of patients. They assess and plan, in collaboration with the patient, family, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members to meet the cancer care needs of the patient spanning the continuum of care. This may include activities such as coordinating appointments between specialties, regions or sites, acting as a liaison for patients and their families, providing patient education and assessing barriers to patient care. Provides direction to other allied health staff as applicable. Care is provided in a holistic, patient-centered approach with an emphasis on assisting patients to seek an appropriate level of service when needed and reducing the overall cost of care. The RN Oncology Navigator will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating, and communicating all phases of nursing care for an assigned population of patients.  Promotes ethical decision making and advocacy for patients. The RN Oncology Navigator will help to enhance patients’ knowledge of their treatment plan and diagnosis. The RN Oncology Navigator may also promote shared decision making and collaboration amongst the patient, caregivers, and care team. The RN Oncology Navigator interacts with research professionals for awareness and promotion of research trial opportunities. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The American Nurses Association (ANA) Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, the Oncology Nursing Society, Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators competencies and guidelines provide the basis for oncology practice.

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. 

Qualifications

Graduate of a baccalaureate Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited nursing program. 

• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience required. 
• Previous Hematology, Oncology or Radiation Oncology Pediatric Experience required. 
• Previous nurse navigator experience preferred.  
• Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator and excellent critical thinking skills required. 
• Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, and weekends. 
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting is required. 
• Current RN license by applicable state requirements. Arizona
• BLS, ACLS and PALS required upon hire. 
• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency. 
• Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area. If providing face to face services across state lines, licensure for applicable states is required.
• Must obtain one of the following certifications within 2 years of hire: CPHON, ROCN, OCN, BMT-CN, AOCN, AOCNS, AOCNP, ONNCG, or AONN+FLL, Certified Breast Care Nurse (CBCN). Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area. If providing face to face services across state lines, licensure for applicable states is required. 

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. 

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law".  Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.