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Oncology Nurse Navigator

$38.20 - $77.39 / hour

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-23835 Facility: LOC0026 - 101 Columbian Street101 Columbian Street Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name: SSH Medical Oncology Cancer Center Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 0 Shift: Day (United States of America) The Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) uses their oncology-specific clinical knowledge to offer individualized assistance to patients, families and caregivers to help overcome healthcare system barriers. Using the nursing process, an ONN provides education and resources to facilitate informed decision making and timely access to quality health and psychosocial care throughout all phases of the cancer continuum. The ONN is responsible for routine nursing aspects of the Program, which include clinical care, telephone triage, symptom management, management of patients on oral chemotherapy, data gathering and chart updating, patient education, and monitoring and follow-up of patients. Compensation Pay Range: $38.20 - $77.39 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A. Assumes nursing care responsibilities for a defined group of patients within the program, including but not limited to assessment, education, coordination, and documentation. 1. Facilitates individualized care within the context of functional status, cultural consideration, health literacy, psychosocial, reproductive/fertility, and spiritual needs for patients, families and caregivers. 2. Provides a welcoming, helpful approach to new DFCI patients, promotes positive, professional image. 3. Supports a smooth transition of patients from diagnosis and active treatment into survivorship, chronic cancer management, or end-of-life care. 4. Assists patients with cancer with issues related to treatment goals, advanced directives, palliative care, and end-of-life concerns using an ethical framework that is nonjudgmental and nondiscriminatory. 5. Acts as a liaison between the patients, families, and caregivers and the providers to optimize outcomes. 6. Advocates for patients to promote patient centered care that includes shared decision making and patient goals of care with optimal outcomes. 7. Provides psychosocial support to and facilitates appropriate referrals for patients, families and caregivers 8. Contributes to ONN program and role development, implementation, and evaluation within the healthcare system and community. 9. Participates in day-to-day operations of the satellite program. 10. Participates in the tracking and monitoring of metrics and outcomes, in collaboration with administration, to document and evaluate outcomes of the navigation program. 11. Functions as the primary nursing contact for care delivered within the satellite setting and collaborating nursing professionals. 12. Evaluates patient care in the program and collaborates with the other disciplines to facilitate appropriate clinical decision-making and to implement change when necessary. 13. Manages patient care across the continuum, making appropriate referrals, as necessary. 14. Works collaboratively and functions as an effective member of the health care team. 15. Monitors the environment of care with attention to patient safety and assures compliance with regulatory agency standards. 16. Maintains clinical practice that is evidence-based and consistent with nursing policies, procedures and standards. 17. Provides care based on age-specific needs of the patient (population served: young adult to geriatric) 18. Adheres to the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements (ANA, 2015) in all aspects of professional practice. 19. Complies with accepted standards of professional nursing practice that is evidence- based and consistent with policy, and procedures determined by DFCI as well as with all licensure/registration requirements applicable to the nursing role. 20. Promotes a culture of inclusion. Fosters an environment that is sensitive to the needs of diverse populations, including but not limited to culture, ethnicity, gender, and age. B. Professional Development: 1. Identifies areas for professional growth. 2. Formulates professional goals, objectives and methods for accomplishing these. 3. Participated in shared governance - Serves as representative on Nursing and Institute committees. 4. Supports research activities within the Nursing and Patient Care Services and the Institute. 5. Meets all annual evaluation requirements and competencies within the established time period. 6. Pursues active membership in local and national professional organizations. 7. Participates in program evaluation and development of strategic goals. 8. Participates in the QA/QI projects for the program. JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing as validated through the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing Baccalaureate degree in nursing strongly preferred. If associate degree in nursing, must complete BSN degree within 4 years Minimum Work Experience Minimum of 1-year recent experience as an RN Ambulatory and/or oncology experience preferred Required Licenses / Registrations RN - Registered Nurse Certifications Professional nursing certification preferred (OCN, BMTCN, CPHON, AOCNP, CRNI, RN-BC) Required Classes/Skills - BLS - Basic Life Support ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support accepted as minimum requirement Required additional Knowledge, and Abilities Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of an interdisciplinary team. Demonstrated skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and ability to make independent decisions. Ability to function in a busy work setting with patients with complex needs. Ability to put patients at ease while efficiently collecting data required by phone. Demonstrated ability to build and foster relationships with teams across diverse settings. Possess the ability to foster team relationships. The Mission, Vision, and Core Values of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute are incorporated into all areas of practice. Good hearing and vision is required for the time spent in interactions with others, telecommunications and the required reading of medical and pharmaceutical documents and patient care related documents. Communications with physicians or staff during office hours requires organization of information, discretion and balancing of multiple communications. Relationships with patients/families and colleagues requires excellent listening skills, the ability to identify issues and seek a resolution that reflects the quality care and satisfaction goals of the practice. The work requires concentration and frequent mental and visual attention as well as the ability to work efficiently. Frequent interruptions and movement away from desk require the ability to stay focused and return to uncompleted tasks. Telephone communications listening and speaking skills are required for the time spent in this mode of communication. The ability to balance multiple tasks and normal stress associated with the duties and responsibilities of this position are essential requirements in the performance of this job. The ability to speak, read and write in English, and the ability to perform mathematical pharmaceutical calculations is required for this position. Days, Monday-Friday Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), RN-Registered Nurse - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts)

Outpatient

Part-time

2 weeks ago

Float RN Per Diem IM & FM

South Shore Health Norwell, MA

$36 - $58.15 / hour

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-23794 Facility: LOC0020 - 143 Longwater Norwell143 Longwater Drive Norwell, MA 02061 Department Name: SMC Family Medicine PB Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 0 Shift: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America) Manages individualized, outcome oriented nursing care through the use of the nursing process. Provides care, treatment and services through the successful coordination and completion of a series of processes that include assessment, planning care, providing care, coordinating cross continuum care and assessing outcomes of interventions in accordance with system, departmental and ambulatory policies and procedures. This role provides clinically-based, risk reducing care and coordination that facilitates the delivery of cost-effective quality healthcare along the continuum. It directly interfaces with physicians, care managers, health care teams, patients and their caregivers to achieve desired patient outcomes. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, a commitment to coaching patients on health promoting behaviors, and an ability to listen and assimilate complex clinical information are required in the role. The ability to work autonomously and in teams is essential. Participation in quality improvement efforts, research and evaluation processes related to the management of patient care is integral to the role. Compensation Pay Range: $36.00 - $58.15 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1 - Medication Administration a - *Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering and documenting medications. b - *Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure. c - *Demonstrates safe procedures for the safe administration of medication and vaccines. 2 - Plan of care/Documentation/Patient Family Centered Care/Patient Experience Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem and plan of care for each patient. a - Develops, evaluates and updates individualized plan for patient and documents outcomes. b – Initiates patient outreach, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other needs and makes appropriate interventions, evaluating outcomes of interventions. c - Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice. d - Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, department-based standards, disease processes (CHF, PNA vaccines) and nurse sensitive indicators (falls, safety risk, isolation, etc.) e - Assess/reassesses and documents patient's response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Health and ambulatory policies and procedures. f - Works on behalf of patient /family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves. g - Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions. h - Actively communicates and collaborates with health team members: primary care, specialty care, and ancillary providers and departments. i - Facilitates care across the continuum to insure patient needs are met in the right setting and at the right time. 3 - Safety/Quality - Foster's a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. a - Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimen's and documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment and consent. b - *Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access. c - Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times. d - Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of ambulatory codes/emergency preparedness. 4 - Professional Development: Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidenced-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice. a - Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice. b - Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act. Directs other licenses and non-licensed personnel as assigned. c - Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately to feedback and recommendations for change. d - Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues from all disciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace. e - Critical Thinking: analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, and selects appropriate solution, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command. f - Accountable for being informed about changes in policy and procedure. 5 - Technology: Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices. a – Accesses Outlook, Epic, HealthStream and Workday to review email, learning management and other resources as applicable to RN role. b - Utilizes software applications required by health system, nursing and department standards. c - Accountable to understand how to operate in downtime. 6 - Compliance a - Works within legal, regulatory and ethical standards relevant to the position. b - Complies with applicable policies and procedures. c - Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee compiles will policies and procedures relating to SSH’s privacy and security programs. d - Brings potential compliance issues through chain of command. e - Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy and security programs. 7 - Patient and Family Centered Care a - Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family. b - Recognizes the patient and family according to patient preferences, as important members of the health care team. c - Collaborates with the patient and family according to patient preferences, in planning, implementing, and evaluating care. d - Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences. 8 - Age & Culture a - Possesses and practices age and cultural knowledge and awareness. b - Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact. c - Interacts with sensitivity and inclusion in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed. d - Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services - such as, interpreter services and on-line sources. 9 - Technology and Learning a - Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization. b - Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role. UNIT / DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONS 1 - Demonstrates as part of daily work experience the Aspects of Caring including but not limited to accountability and respect to our patients and colleagues. 2 - Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues to promote a positive/encouraging workplace. 3 - Consistently advocates for, facilitates, and implements principles of positive patient experience including caring, kindness and service. 4- Communicates plan of care to patient and family. Goals are: a. Keep the patient and family informed b. Provide information to patient and family about condition / treatment c. Include the patient/family in care plan decisions d. Communicate to patients and families in terminology they can understand. JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education - Preferred Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, BSN preferred Minimum Work Experience Previous Ambulatory Care RN experience preferred Required Licenses / Registrations RN - Registered Nurse Required Classes/Skills - BLS – Basic Life Support Required additional Knowledge, and Abilities Demonstrated proficiency in ambulatory care nursing, knowledge, and skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Demonstrates flexibility via an ability to adapt to changing priorities and regulations. Basic computer skills required. Demonstrated skills in the areas of: communication (verbal and written), interdisciplinary collaboration, creative problem solving, and critical thinking. Knowledge of health system and community resources preferred. Minimum 32hrs a month including one holiday and flu clinic a year Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), RN-Registered Nurse - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts)