What are the responsibilities and job description for the CLN RN Navigator (FT) Madison Surgical Associates position at Huntsville Hospital Health System?
Overview
The Nurse Navigator competencies include the fundamental knowledge, skills and expertise required to proficiently (a) participate in the care of patients with a past, current, or potential diagnosis of cancer, (b) assist patients with cancer, families and caregivers to overcome healthcare system barriers, and (c) provide education and resources to facilitate informed decision making and timely access to quality health and psychosocial care throughout all phases of the cancer continuum. The ONN is cognizant of the psychosocial and financial impact that disease and hospitalization has on the patient and family and acts as an advocate to identify and obtain needed resources and support. Nurse Navigators have expertise in nursing practice and ensure continuing expertise through clinical experience and continuing education. The complexity of the role requires a high level of autonony.
Qualifications
Education required: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
Education preferred: BSN strongly preferred
License, Certification and/or Registration: Current Alabama or Multistate Nursing license required. Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required within 3 months of hire. OCN or ONN certification required within 2 years of hire. ONS Fundamental Chemotherapy/Immunotherapy card required within 6 months of hire.
Experience: Three (3) years nursing experience required. One (1) year of Oncology or GYN nursing experience preferred. Experience in an outpatient facility preferred.
Additional Skills/Abilities: Strong organization skills; Ability to prioritize and reprioritize quickly; Ability to develop collaborative relationships both internally and externally; Strong leadership skills; Strong interpersonal skills; Strong verbal and written communication skills; Ability to work in teams; Ability to work autonomously; Strong oncology knowledge; Basic computer skills, knowledge of managed care, critical thinking skills; Working knowledge of insurance coverage and procedures and working knowledge of community resources.
About Us
Highlights of our hospitals
Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are a partner to the U.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program. Ask us about incentives and additional opportunities.
Huntsville Hospital Benefits:
We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!
Learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System:
- Careers: https://careers.hhsys.org/careers-home
- Benefits: https://careers.hhsys.org/us/en/benefits
- Education & Professional Development: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education
- Life In Huntsville: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al