Breast Nurse Navigator - Cancer Center - FT - Day

Position Status

• Full time
• Shift: First Shift (Days -
• Less than 12 hours per shift) (United
• States of
• America)
• Hours per week: 40
• Job
• Information
• Exemption
• Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview The Breast Nurse Navigator functions in the role of care manager and specialized patient navigator for individuals with breast disease and breast cancer. This role mirrors the Oncology Nurse Navigator structure while incorporating breast-specific navigation responsibilities aligned with American College of Surgeons (ACS) National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC) standards. The navigator facilitates coordination of care, patient education, barrier reduction, and multidisciplinary communication across the breast cancer care continuum. The Breast Nurse Navigator functions primarily in the role of care manager. This role includes coordination of patient care activities, delegation of tasks as appropriate, and collaboration with clinical team members in accordance with the Kansas Nurse Practice Act and Joint Commission regulations. Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing (BSN) Preferred Experience Qualifications 2 years Nursing experience in oncology Required 2 years Breast Care or Navigation experience Preferred Skills and Abilities Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, and regulatory requirements. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from physicians, patients, and staff. Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as percentages and ratios. Ability to define problems, collect data, and draw valid conclusions. Proficiency with electronic medical record systems. Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse - KSBN Required Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)- Magnet - ONCC-Magnet Required to obtain within 2 years of hire date or Certified Breast Care Nurse (CBCN) required to obtain within 2 years of hire date What you will do The Breast Nurse Navigator performs the following duties consistent with the
• Oncology
• Nurse
• Navigator role, with additional breast-specific focus: Coordinates patient care activities and serves as a resource to the multidisciplinary care team. Initiates patient contact at the time of abnormal breast screening, biopsy, or diagnosis. Guides patients through the healthcare system, including scheduling, diagnostics, consultations, and treatment. Facilitates communication between physicians, nursing staff, patients, and families. Provides disease- and treatment-specific education to patients and caregivers. Identifies and addresses barriers to care. Documents patient interactions and navigation outcomes. Ensures coordination of breast imaging, pathology review, surgical consultation, and adjuvant therapy planning. Facilitates multidisciplinary breast tumor board preparation and follow-up. Coordinates referrals to genetic counseling, lymphedema services, physical therapy, and survivorship resources. Participates in quality improvement and accreditation activities supporting NAPBC and Commission on Cancer standards. Participates in Survivorship Education Series/Assists Works with the Breast Cancer Team in providing community education Assists with Breast Cancer data collection Required for All Jobs Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability Hybrid Scope No Supervisory