Minimum of three years of recent RN experience in oncology care setting
Experience with program development and implementation preferred
Working knowledge of applicable standards of practice
Responsibilities
Serve as a clinical coordinator and patient advocate
Oversee referral intake and outside records review
Manage patient scheduling and communication
Collaborate with physicians and advanced practice providers
Promote continuity of care and clinic efficiency
Ensure patients are prepared for their visits
Benefits
Eligible for Employee Referral Bonus
Access to professional development opportunities
Supportive team environment
Potential for career advancement within the organization
Full Job Description
Job Description
The New Patient Nurse Navigator serves as a clinical coordinator and patient advocate within the clinic, bridging patients, the clinical team, and administrative staff. This role provides clinical oversight of referral intake, outside records review, schedule management, patient communication. Working in collaboration with physicians, advanced practice providers, patient service representatives (PSRs), the New Patient Nurse Navigator promotes continuity of care, supports clinic efficiency, and helps ensure patients are appropriately prepared for their visits.
This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus. See our website for details: https://careers.cshs.org/employee-referrals
Qualifications
Education
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
BSN required, MSN preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
Current California RN license required.
Current Basic Life Support certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association required. Certification must remain valid for at least 60 days after the hire date.
ANCC specialty certification; i.e. OCN (external hires may have one year to obtain)
Experience
Minimum of three years of recent RN experience in oncology care setting (pediatric oncology, sarcoma).
Experience with program development and implementation of navigator programs preferred.
Working knowledge of applicable standards of practice.
About Cedars-Sinai
Cedars-Sinai is a non-profit academic medical center located in Los Angeles, California. It is one of the largest hospitals in the United States, with over 1,000 beds and 2,000 physicians. Cedars-Sinai is known for its high-quality patient care, cutting-edge research, and innovative medical education programs. The hospital has been ranked as one of the best in the country by U.S. News & World Report, and has received numerous awards and accolades for its clinical excellence and research achievements. Cedars-Sinai is affiliated with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is a member of the Cedars-Sinai Health System.
