At Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, we believe our people are our strength and we invest in them. In addition to having a positive impact on the people and communities we serve, associates benefit from significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.
Offering competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits packages to include tuition reimbursement, 401-K match, pet and legal insurance.
a Little Bit About Fcs
Since 1984, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute & Research Institute (FCS) has built a national reputation for excellence. With over 250 physicians, 220 nurse practitioners and physician assistants and nearly 100 locations in our network. Utilizing innovative clinical research, cutting-edge technologies, and advanced treatments, we are committed to providing world-class cancer care. We are recognized by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) with a national Clinical Trials Participation Award, FCS offers patients access to more clinical trials than any private oncology practice in Florida. Our patients have access to ground-breaking therapies, in a community setting, and may participate in national clinical research studies of drugs and treatment protocols. In the past five years, the majority of new cancer drugs approved for use in the U.S. were studied in clinical trials with FCS participation prior to approval.
Through our partnership with Sarah Cannon, we are one of the largest clinical research organizations in the United States. Often, FCS leads the nation in initiating research studies and offering ground-breaking new therapies to patients.
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Summary
An RN Patient navigator is a professional registered nurse with oncology-specific clinical knowledge who offers individualized assistance to patients, families, and caregivers to help overcome healthcare system barriers
Primary Tasks And Resres
Serve as a liaison for the patient and family with their oncologist and other healthcare providers to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
Monitor and provide patient symptom management.
Manage high risk, complex patient care with the goal of minimizing emergency department and inpatient readmission.
Assess barriers to care to address patient, care giver, or family needs to achieve optimal patient outcome.
Provide patient-centered individualized ongoing education, resources, and referrals to internal and external resources to patient and caregivers.
Complete requested clinical documentation as needed.
Promote a patient and family-centered care environment for ethical decision making and advocacy for patients with cancer
Establish and maintain professional role boundaries with patients, caregivers, and the multidisciplinary care team in collaboration with manager as defined by job description
In collaboration with other members of the healthcare team, build partnerships with local agencies and groups that may assist with cancer patient care, support, or educational needs.
Use an ethical framework regarding patient care to assist patients with cancer with issues related to treatment goals, advance directives, palliative care, and end-of-life concerns
Facilitate communication among members of the multidisciplinary cancer care team to prevent fragmented or delayed care that could adversely affect patient outcomes.
Additional tasks as needed to support team
Work as an integral team player and is expected to adhere to and abide by the rules and regulations set forth by the Florida State Board of Nursing.
Education/Certifications & Licenses
Registered Nurse multistate or Florida single state licensure required
Bachelor of Nursing preferred
Certification as an Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN®) preferred
Experience
Three (3) years or more of experience as an RN
Two (2) years or more of oncology experience required
Core Competencies, Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Strong organizational skills
Ability to prioritize and reprioritize quickly
Ability to develop collaborative relationships both internally and externally
Strong written communication skills
Strong telephonic assessment and communication skills
Ability to work autonomously and with a virtual team in a remote work environment
Strong oncology side effect/ triage management
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
Possess high level critical-thinking skills
Values
Patient First – Keeping the patient at the center of everything we do
Accountability – Taking responsibility for our actions
Commitment & Care – Upholding FCS vision through every action
Team – Working together, one team, one mission
Expectations for all Employees
Every FCS employee is expected to regularly conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner, to comply with all labor laws, workplace policy and workplace practices. Employees are expected to bring issues of any forms of workplace harassment, discrimination or other potential improprieties to the attention of their management or the human resources department.
SCREENINGS – Background, drug, and nicotine screens
Safeguarding our patients and each other is an important part of how we deliver the best care possible to the communities we serve. All offers of employment at Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background screening. Additionally, as a condition of employment, FCS requires all new hires to receive various vaccinations, including the influenza vaccine, barring an approved exemption. In addition, FCS is a drug-free workplace, and all new hires will be subject to drug/ nicotine testing.
EEOC
Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute (FCS) is committed to helping individuals with disabilities to participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you require an accommodation to submit a resume for positions at FCS, please email FCS Recruitment ([email protected]) for further assistance. Please note this email address is intended to request an accommodation as part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.
FCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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