Registered Nurse Patient Navigator Oncology Full Time Days BHS
San Antonio, TX, United States
Up to $10,000 Sign-On bonus for experienced Registered Nurse / RN Summary
Under general administrative direction, the Registered Nurse / RN coordinates referrals from physicians and health care facilities for patients; provides a significant level of patient education related to their illness and planned treatment. Registered Nurse / RN is responsible for guiding the patients with cancer DRGs through the complex care continuum. Assures patients receive care that consistently follows evidence-based standards and is in accordance with regulatory standards as defined by the regulatory agencies. Registered Nurse / RN interacts with community resources and develops relationships with service providers to enhance the patient experience and eliminate barriers to successful completion of care. Registered Nurse / RN facilitates administrative activities to support the center and staff in achieving goals. Registered Nurse / RN completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.
Education
Required: Associates Degree from accredited school in Nursing
Preferred: Bachelors of Science in Nursing
Experience
Required: 3 years clinical experience in oncology nursing
Preferred: Prior patient teaching
Certifications
Required: Possession of current Texas State License for Registered Nurse
Preferred: Specialty Certification as Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)
Required Courses/Completions (e.g. CPR):
BLS–Obtained through approved American Heart Association Training Center or the Military Training Network
Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.
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