Clinical Nurse Navigator - Prostate Cancer Program (RN)

Job Title: Clinical Nurse Navigator – Prostate Cancer Program (RN)

Department: Clinical Navigation

Reports To: Manager of Clinical Navigation

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Status: Full-Time 

Location: Tulsa, OK

Work Schedule: 8:00AM-4:30PM M-Th, 8:00-1PM Friday

Travel Requirements: None

Position Summary

The Clinical Nurse Navigator coordinates care, education, and support for patients undergoing prostate cancer treatment. This role collaborates with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacy personnel, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate timely, coordinated, patient-centered care. Cross-training and occasional support for the bladder cancer program may be required as departmental needs evolve.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Patient Navigation & Care Coordination

· Serve as a primary point of contact for patients receiving treatment through the Advanced Prostate Cancer (APC) program.

· Coordinate prostate cancer treatments, including androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), oral oncolytics, immunotherapy, radiopharmaceuticals, and other advanced therapies.

· Coordinate laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging, genetic and molecular testing, referrals, and follow-up appointments.

· Collaborate with medical oncology, radiation oncology, pharmacy personnel, providers, and outside healthcare facilities to support coordinated patient care.

· Identify barriers to care and connect patients with appropriate resources.

Patient Education & Clinical Support

· Educate patients on treatment plans, medication administration, potential side effects, and symptom management.

· Assess patient-reported symptoms and clinical concerns, communicate findings to providers, and coordinate appropriate follow-up.

· Facilitate PROVENGE® therapy, including patient education, scheduling, coordination, and infusion administration.

· Assist the Nuclear Medicine team during in-clinic PLUVICTO® treatments by educating, scheduling, and coordinating with the patients.

· Support medication initiation, treatment adherence, insurance authorizations, and patient assistance programs in collaboration with the APC pharmacy technician.

Documentation & Program Support

· Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).

· Participate in cross-training and provide occasional clinical support to the bladder cancer program as needed.

· Perform other related duties as assigned, consistent with licensure and scope of practice.

Qualifications

· Education: Nursing education sufficient to qualify for and maintain the required Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.

· Experience: 

o Required:

§ Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills.

§ Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

§ Proficiency with electronic health records and Microsoft Office applications.

§ Strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

o Preferred:

§ Experience in oncology, urology, specialty medicine, or care coordination.

§ Experience in patient navigation, patient education, or infusion services.

§ Familiarity with prostate cancer treatments and medication management.

· Licensure / Certifications: Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license in Oklahoma or an applicable multistate compact license.

· Knowledge / Abilities:

o Knowledge of clinical assessment, patient education, care coordination, and symptom management.

o Ability to coordinate complex treatment plans, diagnostic testing, referrals, and follow-up care.

o Ability to communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, providers, pharmacy personnel, and other healthcare professionals.

o Ability to recognize patient concerns and escalate clinical issues to the appropriate provider.

o Ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation and protect patient confidentiality.

o Ability to perform assigned clinical duties within RN licensure, competency, and scope of practice.

Physical Demands

· Ability to sit, stand, and walk throughout the workday while performing clinical duties and coordinating patient care.

· Ability to use hands and fingers to operate computers, telephones, medical equipment, and other clinical tools.

· Ability to review electronic health records, laboratory results, medication information, and other clinical documentation.

· Ability to communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, providers, and healthcare team members.

· Ability to perform assigned patient care and infusion-related duties in accordance with established procedures and training.

· Ability to move throughout clinical areas and respond to patient care needs.

Work Environment

· Healthcare clinical environment with frequent interaction with patients, caregivers, providers, and interdisciplinary team members.

· Fast-paced setting requiring coordination of multiple treatment plans, competing priorities, and time-sensitive clinical needs.

· Potential exposure to infectious agents, bodily fluids, medications, and other healthcare-related hazards.

· Compliance with applicable infection prevention, medication safety, workplace safety, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.

· Use of electronic health records, computers, telephones, and clinical equipment throughout the workday.

· Collaboration with internal departments and external healthcare facilities to coordinate patient treatment and follow-up.

· Maintenance of patient confidentiality and compliance with applicable privacy and information security procedures.

· Adaptation to changing patient care needs and departmental priorities, including potential cross-training and support for the bladder cancer program.