Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, Oncology
Orlando Health
Orlando, FL

Manager, Oncology Nurse Navigation - Orlando Health Cancer Institute

Position Summary As a top cancer care provider in Florida, Orlando Health Cancer Institute is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary cancer program consisting of six treatment sites and more than 10 practice locations that serve the region's adult oncology needs. Specializing in more than 200 types of cancer, an expert team of medical professionals provides personalized care with the most state-of-the-art technologies, such as advanced radiation and proton therapies, and bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy. Through a robust research program, the institute also supports physician involvement in numerous research studies and clinical trials that give patients access to innovative diagnosis, treatment and symptom management options. In addition to being accredited by the Commission on Cancer, a program of the American College of Surgeons, Orlando Health Cancer Institute has earned accreditations and certifications in several areas - including medical oncology and hematology/oncology, radiation oncology, cellular therapy, rectal cancer, and breast care - from the respective accrediting organizations, and recently was named in the 2023 Becker's Hospital Review "60 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs" list. Orlando Health Cancer Institute is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes 24 award-winning hospitals and ERs, 9 specialty institutes, 14 urgent care centers, 100+ primary care practices and more than 60 outpatient facilities that span Florida's east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, we honor our 100-year legacy by providing care for more than 142,000 inpatient and 3.9 million outpatient visits each year. Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. "Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work" is not just something we say, it's our promise to you. Position Summary Responsible for the guidance and direction of the nurse navigation program for Orlando Health UF Health cancer center. Evaluates the process for navigation of oncology patients, ensuring all patients receive appropriate timely care, and education for oncology treatment as prescribed by the physician. Ensures team provides a high level of customer focused care and supports the mission and goals of Orlando Health. Responsibilities Essential Functions • Develops and coordinates Oncology Nurse Navigator Services at Orlando Health. • Collaborates with key departments within Orlando Health to ensure timely and quality services. • Builds relationships with key department to promote standardization and utilization of the oncology nurse navigator program. • Coordinates the development and performance of educational activities, program evaluation and outcomes research. • Provides comprehensive evaluation of all assigned patients. • Initiates referrals and communicates recommendations to medical, educational and allied health professionals and social agencies. • Attends and participates in leadership and multidisciplinary meetings. • Participates in yearly budget planning for resources including additional oncology nurse navigator personnel, equipment and supplies. • Maintains Oncology nurse navigation Policies and Procedures Manual and ensures administrative and clinical compliance with state and national regulatory agencies. • Cooperates and participates in patient care audits and total quality improvement initiatives. • Develops patient care methodology for protocols including criteria for patient participation, primary endpoints, data collection points, timelines, and budgets for nurse navigation. • Collects and analyzes oncology nurse navigator metrics. • Collaborate with the Practice manager to complete performance evaluations as needed. • Facilitates program development and expansion via correspondence, seminars, abstract submissions, and presentations at local, state and national meetings. • Assists with various personnel functions including hiring, work assignments, coaching plans, and disciplinary actions. outreach programs. • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions Understands process improvement and directs teams consistently relative to KPI and PDSA activities. Qualifications Education/Training Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Licensure/Certification • Maintains current State of Florida RN license or valid eNLC multistate RN license. • Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification. • Oncology certification required. Experience • Four (4) years of clinical experience. • Two (2) years of experience as an Oncology Nurse Navigator. Education/Training Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Licensure/Certification • Maintains current State of Florida RN license or valid eNLC multistate RN license. • Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification. • Oncology certification required. Experience • Four (4) years of clinical experience. • Two (2) years of experience as an Oncology Nurse Navigator. Essential Functions • Develops and coordinates Oncology Nurse Navigator Services at Orlando Health. • Collaborates with key departments within Orlando Health to ensure timely and quality services. • Builds relationships with key department to promote standardization and utilization of the oncology nurse navigator program. • Coordinates the development and performance of educational activities, program evaluation and outcomes research. • Provides comprehensive evaluation of all assigned patients. • Initiates referrals and communicates recommendations to medical, educational and allied health professionals and social agencies. • Attends and participates in leadership and multidisciplinary meetings. • Participates in yearly budget planning for resources including additional oncology nurse navigator personnel, equipment and supplies. • Maintains Oncology nurse navigation Policies and Procedures Manual and ensures administrative and clinical compliance with state and national regulatory agencies. • Cooperates and participates in patient care audits and total quality improvement initiatives. • Develops patient care methodology for protocols including criteria for patient participation, primary endpoints, data collection points, timelines, and budgets for nurse navigation. • Collects and analyzes oncology nurse navigator metrics. • Collaborate with the Practice manager to complete performance evaluations as needed. • Facilitates program development and expansion via correspondence, seminars, abstract submissions, and presentations at local, state and national meetings. • Assists with various personnel functions including hiring, work assignments, coaching plans, and disciplinary actions. outreach programs. • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Other Related Functions Understands process improvement and directs teams consistently relative to KPI and PDSA activities.