Oncology Nurse Navigator

Lantern Care

$90K — $105K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)
  • Active RN license in a compact state able to be licensed in all 50 states
  • Minimum 3 years of oncology nursing experience
  • Active ONCC oncology certification (OCN, CPHON, or CBCN)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Office Suite
  • Familiarity with NCCN guidelines and ClinicalTrials.gov
  • Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment, based in Dallas or New York.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a full caseload of members with cancer diagnoses, providing individualized navigation and support.
  • Conduct comprehensive oncology intake assessments to determine member needs and goals.
  • Educate members and families on diagnosis and treatment options using evidence-based guidelines.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary care by facilitating communication between members and healthcare providers.
  • Identify and address barriers to care, connecting members with necessary support resources.
  • Complete accurate documentation of all member interactions within the care management platform.
  • Participate in call auditing and apply feedback to improve quality of care.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
Full Job Description
ONCOLOGY NURSE NAVIGATOR

The Oncology Nurse Navigator serves as a dedicated clinical partner for members navigating a cancer diagnosis, providing personalized education, care coordination, and ongoing support throughout the treatment and survivorship journey.

Location: Dallas, TX - Hybrid schedule (3x in office per week) or New York, NY - Hybrid schedule (3x in office per week)

Shift:

Monday - Friday - 9a-5pm CST (10am - 6pm EST) OR Monday - Friday 1p-9pm CST (2am -10pm EST)

Responsibilities:
  • Manage a full, active caseload of members with cancer diagnoses, providing individualized navigation, education, and clinical support from diagnosis through survivorship.
  • Conduct comprehensive oncology intake assessments to establish member needs, goals, and care priorities.
  • Educate members and families on diagnosis, treatment options, clinical pathways, and available resources using evidence-based, NCCN-aligned and ONCC-aligned guidance.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary care by facilitating communication between members, treating providers, and the broader LCC team.
  • Identify and address barriers to care including psychosocial, financial, and logistical needs; connect members with appropriate support resources.
  • Complete accurate, timely documentation of all member interactions and clinical activities within Lantern's care management platform.
  • Complete all outreach, follow-ups, and care coordination tasks within defined timeframes.
  • Participate in call auditing processes and consistently apply feedback to maintain and improve quality of care delivery.
  • Collaborate closely with the Lead ONN, LCSWs, Medical Records Specialists, Care Advocates, and cross-functional partners.
  • Contribute to team meetings, case reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Adhere to Lantern workflows, clinical protocols, and documentation standards at all times.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)
  • Active RN license in a compact state with unencumbered ability to be licensed in all 50 states
  • Minimum 3 years of oncology nursing experience
  • Active ONCC certification in Oncology Nursing (OCN), Certified Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurse (CPHON), or Certified Breast Care Nurse (CBCN) with unencumbered ability to maintain certification throughout employment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Familiarity with NCCN guidelines and ClinicalTrials.gov
  • Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment; must be Dallas or New York area based.

Strong Candidates will:
  • Demonstrate strong clinical judgment and deep knowledge of oncology diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship care
  • Communicate with empathy, cultural competence, and clinical precision in all member-facing interactions
  • Be detail-oriented and disciplined in documentation, follow-through, and quality standards
  • Maintain a full, balanced caseload while meeting all productivity and quality expectations
  • Thrive in a fast-paced, technology-enabled environment and adapt readily to frequent process changes
  • Work effectively as part of a highly collaborative, multidisciplinary team
  • Approach complex or ambiguous clinical situations with sound independent judgment
  • Demonstrate a genuine commitment to equitable, member-centered care across a diverse oncology population

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave


Compensation: Base salary range: $90,000 - $105,000 + bonus, depending on relevant experience, location, and qualifications.

About You:
  • You use LOGIC in your decision making and understand that progress is critical to making change. You focus on the execution of your content while balancing a fast-paced environment and you take the time to celebrate both the small & big wins.
  • INCLUSION is a core tenant of your personal beliefs. A diverse and inclusive environment is incredibly important to you. You understand and desire to be a part of a diverse team with different experiences and perspectives & you cherish the differences in each individual that you interact with.
  • You have the GRIT, drive and ambition to tackle big problems. Big problems require big ideas and a team that supports new ideas.
  • You care deeply for your customers are driven to keep HUMANITY in all decisions. Your customers aren't just the individuals using your product. They are the driving factor in your motivation to make a change.
  • Integrity guides you in life. Focusing on the TRUTH vs. giving people the answers they want to hear.
  • You thrive in a Team Environment. Collaboration is key in innovation and creating change.

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