Oncology RN Navigator

Location Address

• 4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433-2522
• October 19, 2026

Department: 16007310 AHCI - System CM Oncology Nurse Navigation

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Shift Length

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week

40

Union Contract

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation

None

Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health.

Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details

• 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)
• 8-hour day shift

No Weekends

Hybrid position requiring a minimum of 3 days onsite per week, with additional onsite presence (up to 5 days per week) as needed

Position will support cancers across the care continuum, including GI cancers; supported diagnoses may evolve over time

Potential for virtual support of non-Coon Rapids locations

Job Description

Nursing is the diagnosis and treatment of human response to actual or potential health problems. This includes establishing an intentional therapeutic relationship between a registered nurse and a patient and family.

As a leader and the integrator of care, the professional nurse has the responsibility, authority, and accountability for planning, coordinating and evaluating the patient’s care needs.

Responsible for the assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of nursing care for oncology patient populations in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act. Delivers high-quality care in a dynamic and complex environment.

Committed to advancing the Allina Health Cancer Institute through the integration of evidence-based practice initiatives. Guides patients and acts as a primary contact for the care team to assist in navigation through the complexities of their oncology diagnosis and the healthcare system.

Principle Responsibilities

Care Coordination and Navigation

Provides care management and overall plan of care support to a panel of patients who require integrated oncology services.

Acts as a primary contact for the patient and the interdisciplinary health care team to assist in navigation through the complexities of the healthcare system.

• Promotes patient engagement and shared decision-making to improve outcomes and satisfaction.
• Researches, evaluates, and recommends resources to meet medical and non-medical needs of patients and families.
• Assessment, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation
• Collaborates with the oncology care providers, primary care providers and the interdisciplinary care team across the continuum of care.
• Implements, documents, monitors, and evaluates care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provides evidence-based care aligned with Oncology national organizational standards of care.
• Works to establish collaborative processes that promote quality and cost-effective care that optimize the physical and psychosocial health of patients across the continuum.

Team Participation and Quality Improvement

• Engages in quality improvement initiatives and program development.
• Advances the Allina Health Cancer Institute through the integration of evidence-based practice initiatives that align with standards set by national organizational guidelines for quality oncology care.
• Actively engages in care team and departmental meetings to support interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Contributes to problem-solving, idea generation, and continuous improvement efforts within the oncology care team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing
• 2+ years inpatient or outpatient oncology nursing experience

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years nursing experience in clinical specialty area (i. e., Oncology, Hematology, Care Coordination or Care Management)

Progressive experience in performance improvement and/or program development

Licenses/Certifications

Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing required upon hire

Licensed Registered Nurse - WI Dept of Safety & Professional Services required upon hire if providing care to patients over the phone, through e-visits, virtual visits, or medical messages and the patient is in Wisconsin at the time of the care (To Be Determined Based on Position)

Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:

• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
• Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)

Case Manager Certification or Specialty Certification preferred; For Cancer Institute: Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) certification is preferred

Physical Demands

Sedentary

Lifting weight up to 10 lbs. occasionally, negligible weight frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $46.42 to $64.22 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

• Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.
• Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits Include

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.