- We’ve learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas®. The RN Pediatric Patient Navigator serves to help cancer patients navigate their journey and treatments Job Specific Responsibilities Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:
- Serves as patient advocate assisting patients with a variety of needs throughout their journey
- Collaborates with medical staff to coordinate outpatient care
- May function at times as department representative for community outreach initiatives
- Helps to identify community needs and prioritize those needs with current knowledge base of treatment and screening options within the hospital’s reach
- All other assigned duties related to Oncology Education and Experience
- (BSN) Bachelor Science, Nursing
- + 4 years of nursing experience
- +2 years serving in an Oncology setting, preferably a hospital
- CPHON preferred; required within 2 years of hire. Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations
- RN, registered with the Texas State Board of Nursing or eligible compact license. Skills and Abilities
- Able to work independently, exercise independent judgement, and prioritize workload
- Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing; Ability to communicate with empathy and influence
- Great organizational skills; Able to organize thoughts on paper, presentation, and communication Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships This position requires interaction with medical staff in the hospital and external entities that extend resources and care for cancer patients Physical Capabilities Visual and auditory acuity required. Occasional lifting of patients with assistance is required. Environmental/Working Conditions This position is subject to inside environmental changes that may include constant change in temperatures. Medium risk exposure to radiation, chemicals, and blood borne pathogens Direct Reports N/A UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. *Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.
- Benefits: Resilience program Emotional Physical Spiritual Financial Career Community On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP) Discounted Pharmacy Cost Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region) Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match PTO & Extended Illness Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance And more at: https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf UMC Vision, Mission and Standards: Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals. Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect About UMC Magnet Designated 501 licensed beds 62 Site locations Regions only Level I Trauma Center Regions only BICU DNV accredited Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards: Culture: Service is Our Passion Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare. Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient.
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Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness About UMCP 35 Practice Locations – private practices and urgent care centers Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers Ranked as “One of the Best Places to Work in Texas” by Texas Monthly Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates
