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Worcester, Massachusetts

Patient Navigator Registered Nurse (RN) - Oncology

Registered NursePart-Time

Listed compensation

$39.45-$59.17/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Job Description

This is a Part Time position for 20 hours per week. Required hours on Tuesday & Wednesday 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM and Friday 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM with ability to cover additional days as needed.

The Patient Navigator RN will assists in the intake process from initial patient contact to any follow-up requirements. This position will manage each account to improve the patient experience. Identifies patients with specific diagnoses and connects those patients to coordinated care management. Educates patients on care management options in accordance with policies and procedures.

Customer Service Responsibilities

  • Performs duties and conducts interpersonal relationships in a manner designed to project a positive image of the department. Works with Administrator/Physician and other members of section or department to promote a harmonious work environment. Ensures that all contacts with patients, the public, physicians and other personnel are carried out in a friendly, courteous, helpful and considerate manner. Answers telephones in a prompt and courteous manner. Displays concern and provides assistance or explains procedures as appropriate to callers or in face-to-face situations. Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Works with customers to identify problem areas and recommend solutions. Maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA laws.

Position Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing required
  • Master’s degree in Informatics or related health care field preferred
  • RN license required  American Heart Association BLS required
  • 1 year of experience required  Strong verbal & oral communication skills
  • Experience in EMR – NextGen system a plus

Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters!

At Tenet Physician Resources, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and

programs include:

  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Career development and continuing education opportunities
  • Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
  • Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
  • Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status: Saint Vincent Medical Group, within Saint Vincent Physician Services, strives to provide patient-centered healthcare and invite our patients and their families to be a part of the care team as shared members in the decision-making and treatment process.

Skilled physicians and a caring, compassionate staff focus on helping each patient have a positive and hassle-free experience with personalized attention. Our modern, comfortable facilities are equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies and are conveniently located.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient navigationOncology nursingPatient intakeHIPAA compliancePatient education

Oncology — Registered Nurse Career Context

Of the 40 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% are remote, 68% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$103k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $97k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Oncology market look like in Massachusetts?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$82k–$123kOncology median $135k (middle half $92k–$153k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$97k in purchasing powerMassachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Oncology listings in Massachusetts11 active277 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 20% remote · 68% no call · 73% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMassachusetts Registered Nurse listings: 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 5% offer loan repayment238 active listings, Nov 2026
New Oncology listings432 in the last 30 days385 the 30 days before (+12%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Registered Nurse Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

22 jobs
5
<$95k
7
$95k-120k
7
$120k-145k
3
$145k-170k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

18 jobs
401k / retirement match
89% this job
Sign-on bonus
17%
Loan repayment
17%
CME allowance
17% this job
PSLF eligible
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#2

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#3

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 1.5
Below most Oncology (RN) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 270 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Tenet Healthcare

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Dallas, Texas
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts
Healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance program
Employee discount program

Living in Worcester

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$447k
Typical market rent
$2,122/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.