RN Navigator - Oncology Research - Days

Methodist Health System

  • Omaha, NE
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System?
At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in.Job Summary: Work Location: Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center
Location Address: 8303 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE 68114Work Schedule: 7am to 3:30pm, Mon-Fri.Navigates cancer patients through participation in clinical research trials, ensuring safe and appropriate protocols are followed from initial consent through follow-up.Responsibilities:Essential FunctionsScreens and identifies eligible patients for participation in research protocols by gathering and clarifying medical history information.
  • Develops strategies to identify and recruit eligible patients.
  • Participates in cancer treatment planning conferences with physicians, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals.
Demonstrates an understanding of protocol requirements and the ability to execute study procedures.
  • Creates study implementation plans which include the collection and reporting of data within visit windows and/or other study parameters.
  • Nursing assessments and management of symptoms are performed based on study requirements while keeping the needs of each subject in mind.
  • Subjects are instructed on proper use of investigational agents.
Demonstrates an understanding of the elements of subject safety, related documentation and reporting.
  • Ensures patient comprehension during initial and ongoing informed consent discussions.
  • Ensures data quality and patient confidentiality using basic information technology and computer skills.
  • Is prepared for monitor visits and/or audits; with appropriate and timely follow up
Demonstrates the ability to execute Good Clinical Practice (GCP) related clinical study activities.
  • Performs duties in accordance with standards of nursing practice and the code of ethics.
  • Able to anticipate and mitigate the potential for protocol non-compliance.
Schedule:7am to 3:30pm, Mon-Fri.Job Description:Job RequirementsEducation
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
  • Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing required within 5 years of hire.
  • Satisfactory completion of annual mandatory education requirements.
Experience
  • Minimum of 2 years Nursing experience required.
  • Strong background in patient education and teaching preferred.
License/Certifications
  • Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, valid compact multistate license to work in Nebraska, or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required.
  • Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
  • Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate and interact with patients, family members, physicians, and co-workers.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize work assignments.
  • Ability to open and navigate computer software applications relevant to job functions.
  • Ability to process and manage confidential information with discretion and according to HIPAA protocols.
  • Knowledge of cancer treatment navigation protocols and processes, including research trials, education, and cancer support programs.
Physical RequirementsWeight Demands
  • Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.
Physical Activity
  • Occasionally Performed (1%-33%):
  • Climbing
  • Crawling
  • Kneeling
  • Sitting
  • Frequently Performed (34%-66%):
  • Balancing
  • Carrying
  • Crouching
  • Distinguish colors
  • Keyboarding/typing
  • Lifting
  • Pulling/Pushing
  • Repetitive Motions
  • Stooping/bending
  • Twisting
  • Constantly Performed (67%-100%):
  • Fingering/Touching
  • Grasping
  • Hearing
  • Reaching
  • Seeing/Visual
  • Speaking/talking
  • Standing
  • Walking
Job Hazards
  • Not Related: - Electrical Shock/Static
  • Rare (1-33%):
  • Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc)
  • Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means)
  • Occasionally (34%-66%):
  • Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment)
  • Equipment/Machinery/Tools
  • Explosives (pressurized gas)
  • Hazardous Drugs (exposure risks, personal protective equipment required)
  • Frequent (67%-100%):
  • Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex)
  • Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF)
  • Mechanical moving parts/vibrations
About Methodist:Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission.Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.

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