GYN Oncology Nurse Navigator

Additional Information About the Role

BJC Healthcare alongside Washington University Physicians combine a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach, research, and clinical excellence in locations designed by patients, doctors, and nurses.

Decades of experience has taught us that when treating cancer, comfort and compassion are just as important as the science of medicine. Gynecologic cancer isn't just one disease, this refers to any type of cancer that affects the female reproductive system.

These cancerous cells can form and multiply in different parts of your reproductive system. It is several different kinds of cancer, all of which require a high level of expertise to treat. We have gynecologic oncologists who specialize in each of these unique types of cancer. That means expert care for you when you need it the most.

• BSN Required
• 3 years of RN experience preferred
• OBGYN and or Oncology experience preferred
• Strong collaboration skills, great communication with multiple teams
• Monday-Friday-no weekends, holiday or call

Overview

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Acts as a patient advocate by providing education, support and interventions that lead to prevention and early detection of cancer, and navigating patients through diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation process. Performs duties by working with physicians to identify and carry out treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Works with the Medical Director and other physicians to identify and carry out the treatment plan.
• Acts as a Patient Advocate helping to navigate patients through the diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation process.
• Serves as a resource to assist patients and families, other professionals and the community.
• Provides education for the community and referring physicians.
• Facilitate clinical protocols established by Medical Director(s).

Minimum Requirements

• Education
• Bachelor's Degree

• Nursing

Experience

<2 years

• Supervisor Experience
• No Experience
• Licenses & Certifications
• RN

Preferred Requirements

• Licenses & Certifications
• OCN

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date

• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance
• To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer