We are looking to add top talent to our Baptist Hospitals of Southeast Texas team.
Join us in performing Sacred Work!
Competitive benefits are offered including:
Matched Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Comprehensive Benefit Plan – Medical, Dental, Vision and Much More!
Bonus Potential
Summary/Objective
The RN Breast Navigator is responsible for coordinating the provision of patient care services for all newly diagnosed breast cancer patients referred to the Baptist Cancer Network Breast Concierge Program.
Essential Job Duties
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Provides and reinforces education to patients, families, and caregivers about diagnosis, treatment options, post-treatment care and survivorship. Orients and educates patients, families, and caregivers to the Baptist Cancer Network, multidisciplinary team member roles, and available resources. Assesses and updates patient education programs and resource tools as needed.
Collaborates and facilitates communication among members of the multidisciplinary cancer care team to prevent fragmented or delayed care that could adversely affect patient outcomes.
Facilitates timely scheduling of appointments, diagnostic testing, and procedures to expedite the plan of care and to promote continuity of care.
Assesses patient needs upon initial encounter and periodically throughout navigation, matching unmet needs with appropriate services and referrals and support services, such as dietitians, providers, social work, genetic counseling, chaplain, clinical trials and financial services.
Assists with multidisciplinary planning conferences, develops concise patient summaries, and presents case summaries at the multidisciplinary planning conference.
Participates in the tracking of metrics and patient outcomes, in collaboration with Director, Clinical Manager and Oncology Informatics Nurse, to document and evaluate outcomes of the Breast Concierge Program.
Required Education and Experience
Graduate of an accredited nursing program
1-3 years of related experience
Required License/Certifications
Current Texas RN License
Breast Navigation Certification within a year of hire
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