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Elevate Your Nursing Career as an Oncology Nurse Navigator at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital Cancer Center in Muncie, IN

Are you passionate about providing exceptional patient care and seeking to take your nursing expertise to the next level?

IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, part of Indiana's leading healthcare network, invites a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team as an Oncology Nurse Navigator specializing in Gastrointestinal (GI) Oncology.

Schedule: Onsite - Monday through Friday, Day shift; no holidays, weekends, nights or call required!

Why IU Health?

• Be part of Indiana's most comprehensive healthcare system
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Competitive compensation with shift differentials
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Extensive health and wellness benefits
• Ongoing educational resources and training programs

Position Summary:

As an Oncology Nurse Navigator for GI Oncology, you will be an essential part of an exciting new role to support the implementation of coordinated cancer continuum care for patients with gastrointestinal cancers. Your role will be responsible for all phases of the GI cancer continuum and ideally you will have program planning and oncology experience to be an effective member of an interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate the referral and treatment continuum for GI oncology patients
• Utilize Electronic Medical Records (EMR) proficiently to coordinate patient care
• Use critical thinking and strong organizational skills to verify complete clinical information to support care planning
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals
• Ensure access to necessary services at appropriate times and locations
• Advocate for patient needs and preferences while balancing clinical and financial considerations
• Strong problem-solving skillset to make appropriate decisions regarding patient needs

Qualifications:

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN).
• Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program. 3-5 years of experience preferred.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Specialty certifications may be required per unit/department specialty in accordance with the department provision of care.
• Requires knowledge of personal computers using various types of word processing and database software.
• Requires clinical work experience, medical terminology.
• Requires understanding of medical record requirements, regulations and policies.

Join Our Team!
At IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, you'll be part of a compassionate team committed to improving patient outcomes and enhancing quality of life. If you're a dedicated RN looking to specialize in oncology care and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and begin a rewarding nursing career as an Oncology Nurse Navigator!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.