Patient Navigator PD - Lifespan : Job Details

Summary:Under the general supervision of the Director of The Comprehensive Cancer Center and in cooperation with the Medical Director, is responsible for coordinating patient care activities for select at-risk individuals with clinically significant cancers. Patient navigation in cancercare refers to the assistance offered to healthcare consumers (patients, survivors, families, and caregivers) to help them access and then chart a course through the healthcare system and overcome any barriers to quality care. The patient navigator is a registered nurse who functions as the guide to assist patients and their families in navigating the complexities of the healthcare system.Responsibilities:Assumes key role in assuring care on a continuum by coordinating patient care activities for individuals with clinically significant cancers by referring patients to other health professionals and support services as appropriate (genetic counselor, nutritionist, psychiatrist, social workers, etc.). Ensures the team is kept appraised of the patient's condition.Participates in developing policies, procedures, and standards of patient care in conjunction with the clinic Director and Medical Director. Participates in developing specific patient care protocols.Provides appropriate patient and family education and counseling regarding disease and treatment, potential complications, and signs and symptoms requiring immediate attention.Documents patient's progress, compliance, and other essential information in the medical record. Ensures the patient's primary care and sub-specialty providers are provided timely information on the patient's progress and additional needs.Participates in ongoing quality assurance activities by collecting and analyzing statistical data and auditing patient records. May assist in preparing grant proposals, writing program reports, etc.Collects and reports information to ensure compliance with grant expectations and reporting requirements if appropriate.Participates in ongoing education and networking regarding navigation of patients with complex cancers.Performs other related duties of a professional nurse.Other Information:Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.BASIC KNOWLEDGE:Bachelor's degree in a related discipline (preferred). Must have current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island.Professional and analytical skills in evaluating patients in order to plan and provide patient care and monitor the care management process and treatment plan for each patient.Ability to communicate effectively (public speaking skills) with diverse audiences including professional staff, patients, community, media, and other service agencies.Interpersonal skills to allay anxiety, elicit cooperation, and provide education to patients/families and to effectively function as a member of the healthcare team to coordinate and discuss patient care activities.Advanced skill in assessment of physical and psychosocial health-illness status of individuals, history taking, and physical assessment.Possession of nursing oncology certification preferred. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.EXPERIENCE:Two to three years of oncology nursing experience in inpatient, ambulatory, or community nursing required, with case management experience preferred.Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.Location: Rhode Island Hospital, USA:RI:ProvidenceWork Type: Per DiemShift: Shift 1Union: UNAP#J-18808-Ljbffr