Breast Cancer- Nurse Navigator

Company: Mercy
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus!

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:

The Nurse Navigator is responsible for coordinating the care of patients with cancer (breast cancer, lung cancer, head and neck cancer and other cancers). This role includes providing education and support to patients, family, staff and caregivers. The goals of this position include improving patient care and flow, eliminating barriers and improving the overall patient experience by connecting the patient and family with appropriate resources and services.

Qualifications:

• Education: RN.
• Licensure: State Licensure
• Experience: Minimum of three years nursing experience;oncology related experience preferred
• Certifications: BLS/CPR requirement
• Other: Critical thinking and problem-solving skills; assessment skills to include the assessment of biopsychosocial needs; the ability to plan and organize time; The ability to effectively utilize resources to meet patient needs. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Must have excellent organization skills and able to stay focused and manage multiple responsibilities. Able to work in stressful condition with a positive attitude. Proficient computer skills.
• Preferred Education: BSN preferred
• Preferred Experience: Prefer 3 years of oncology experience.
• Preferred Certifications: Oncology Certified Nurse preferred.
• Preferred Other: Public speaking skills, easily understands and integrates new information regarding computer databases, and medical information and protocols.
  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 48 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.
  
  For more information, please contact Ally Smith at Allison.Smith4@Mercy.Net
  
  Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

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