RN - Early Detection and Diagnosis Nurse Navigator - MGH

About the position The MGH Cancer Center is expanding the Early Detection and Diagnosis (EDDx) Nurse Navigator team. Working collaboratively with the physician, APP and administrative team, the EEDx Nurse Navigator is the first point of contact for patients referred to the EEDx clinic for cancer screening, early detection and genetic testing and surveillance. The Nurse Navigator must have the ability to guide patients through the process of this screening and across the continuum of care. The qualified candidate will have foundation knowledge in cancer and strong and compassionate communication skills. The Nurse Navigator has a strong collaboration with both the clinical and administrative team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for coordinating the complex care needs of patients and is the primary patient contact for service access, diagnostics, treatment activities, schedules, patient and family education, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, help create a tailored health care plan for assigned patients.
• Develop an individualized plan with the MD for appropriate services for the patient.
• Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding clients to the appropriate person (i.e., primary care provider, social worker, or Director).
• Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
• Resolves patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies.
• Educates patients regarding how to navigate throughout the health system.

Requirements

• Minimum of Five Years of Recent Oncology Experience required
• Bachelor's Degree Nursing required
• Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required
• Experience in an acute care setting and/or provider practice and/or experience in a community-based role or with discharge/transitional planning background 2-3 years preferred
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Strong cultural awareness competencies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Maintains good communication skills.
• Readily adapts to change and welcomes new approaches when circumstances demand it.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's Degree Nursing preferred

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
• Resources for childcare and emergency backup care
• Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan
• Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.