Geisinger·Dickson City, Pennsylvania
The RN Coordinator manages care navigation, triage, and patient education for adults in an outpatient Hematology/Oncology setting. They serve as a liaison between patients and the care team to coordinate treatment plans and supportive care referrals.
Shift: Days (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Fully accredited by the Commission on Cancer, Geisinger’s state-of-the-art cancer center in Dickson City brings all aspects of cancer care together. The new center has 22 infusion bays, three multidisciplinary spaces and a hematology and oncology clinic with 17 exam rooms. The Dickson City facility will also provide radiation oncology — a first for Geisinger in Lackawanna County — a pharmacy, laboratory services and palliative medicine. This site also offers a variety of patient amenities including food services and a coffee bar, a specialty boutique and a courtyard with lush gardens and natural views.
The RN Coordinator Cancer Care serves in an expanded role to assess patient needs, plan and provide nursing care and coordinate follow-up care for patients receiving treatment in an outpatient Hematology/Oncology setting. Primarily responsible for care navigation throughout the continuum of care. Key responsibilities include patient education, triage and care coordination.
30 pm.
A minimum of 2 years RN work experience is required; Previous Hematology/Oncology experience is preferred.
This position must maintain competency in Chemotherapy and Biotherapy administration as demonstrated by completing and maintaining The ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Certification. Work towards OCN certification once required hours are completed, to further demonstrate competency in this specialized field of nursing.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.
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They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Education: Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Nursing (Preferred)
Experience: Minimum of 2 years-Nursing (Required)
Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body, Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certification courses within 3 months of hire - Default Issuing Body, Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania, Oncoclogy Certified Nurse required after completion of required hours - Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC)
Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.
We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
Requires a nursing degree, a valid Pennsylvania RN license, and a minimum of 2 years of nursing experience. Candidates must obtain Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certification within 3 months and work toward OCN certification.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, RN coordinator roles in cancer care are typically competitive because they combine direct patient care, care coordination, and oncology-specific credentialing. Employers often look for an RN degree, an active Pennsylvania license, and solid clinical experience, with added value for candidates who can pursue Chemotherapy and Biotherapy certification and work toward OCN. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and save time before applying.