Oncology Patient Navigator
WESTMINSTER, MD
CARROLL
KAHLERT CANCER CENTE
Full-time - Day shift - 8:00pm-4:30am
RN Other
91289
$38.20-$59.21
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SummaryRN Patient Navigator – OncologyLocation: Carroll Hospital, Westminster, MDSchedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PMCarroll Hospital is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse to serve as a Patient Navigator within our Oncology Department. This role plays a critical part in guiding patients and families through the cancer care continuumproviding education, advocacy, and coordination of care.Join a dedicated, mission-driven oncology team that values collaboration, empathy, and excellence in patient care.Key Responsibilities:Identify and Address Barriers to Care:
Proactively recognize and mitigate obstacles to care through referrals to supportive services such as financial aid, social work, language assistance, rehabilitation, and other medical providers.Facilitate Shared Decision-Making:
Use evidence-based tools, clinical guidelines, and patient goals to support collaborative care planning. Ensure clear communication among cancer care team members to prevent delays or fragmentation of care.Educate and Support Patients & Families:
Provide tailored education and resources on diagnosis, treatment options, side effects, follow-up care, and transitions in care.Coordinate Palliative Care Services:
Support timely integration of palliative care for symptom management and care planning throughout treatment.Survivorship Planning:
Develop personalized survivorship care plans and provide resources and education for patients post-treatment.Contribute to Program Development:
Participate in process improvement, data collection, and meeting cancer program accreditation standards. Collaborate with program administration on quality initiatives.Dose Modification Support:
Assess lab results, treatment protocols, and symptoms; collaborate with physicians to support appropriate chemotherapy/biotherapy dose adjustments.Qualifications:Required:Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland (or eligibility for Maryland licensure)Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationONS/ONCC Chemotherapy/Biotherapy CertificationPreferred:Experience in oncology nursing, patient navigation, or care coordinationKnowledge of community oncology resources and support servicesWhy Join Us Work with a dedicated oncology care team focused on holistic, patient-centered careEnjoy full-time, weekday hours with no weekends or holidaysCompetitive compensation and full benefits packageOpportunities for professional development and program growthAdditional InformationWho We Are:
LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the mid-Atlantic and beyond, anchored by our mission to “improve the health of people in the communities we serve.” Join us to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and contribute to a system that values bold ideas and community-centered care.What We Offer:Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.Growth: Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.Benefits: Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs.Why LifeBridge Health
With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital.
Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELYwhere compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.
LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.
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