Nursing Jobs in Nassau Bay, TX
$101,000 - $152,000 / YEAR
MD Anderson's Internal Medicine division provides cancer patients with the full spectrum of evidence-based cancer and internal medicine diagnostic evaluations, treatments, supportive care and prevention Summary: The primary purpose of the Treatment Nurse Navigator position is to provide individualized assistance to patients, families, and caregivers, offering education and resources to help promote informed decision making and access to quality medical and supportive care services, helping circumvent barriers to care in the healthcare system from their first visit to and through all phases of the disease-state experience and beyond to survivorship. The Treatment Nurse Navigator works closely with Service Line physicians, care team and across the organization in all specialty areas to coordinate the patient's plan of care, communicating with all members of the Service Line team on behalf of the patient. The ideal Treatment Nurse Navigator will have a Bachelor's degree in Nursing and five years of professional oncology nursing or oncology nurse navigation experience. OCN Certification is a plus. Shift: Typical M-F day shift Salary: $101,000 Minimum - $126,500 Midpoint - $152,000 Maximum Job Specific Competencies: Care Coordination and Communication Develop relationship with patient after first appointment to establish a consistent point of contact for the patient throughout the treatment phase of their cancer journey. Assess patient, family and caregiver needs post 1st visit and upon initial encounter to treatment and periodically throughout the full continuum of care, including assessing changes in psychosocial, financial and emotional occurring due to treatment. Perform distress screening and making referrals to appropriate disciplines and documenting accordingly Follow patient transitions between ambulatory care and inpatient services, collaborating with care management resources in both settings. Coordinate appointments for consults with support services within established service standards, including social workers, dieticians, genetic counselors, therapists, and others as appropriate throughout the treatment journey. Assist the patient with any matters related to treatment goals, advance directives, palliative care, and end-of-life concerns using an ethical framework. Apply knowledge of payer requirements and insurance processes and their impact on referrals and patient care decisions to establish appropriate referrals, as requested or needed Promote collaboration and communication among healthcare team members, other colleagues, and organizations to promote and protect the best interests of patients. Other duties as assigned. Education Provide education related to oncology diagnosis, treatment, support services and local or national resources. Educate patient, family and caregiver to clinical trials, coordinating with the clinical care team and cancer research team. Communication Communicate any concerns and perform patient follow-up about timely coordination of appointments, tests and procedures to the appropriate scheduling or care team members. Perform outreach efforts across MD Anderson to establish and maintain positive working relationships with key ambulatory and inpatient care team "customers"-faculty, departments, APPs, nursing, case managers, social services, and others. Documentation Develop concise patient summaries for use by the care team and document recommendations made utilizing standardized care protocols in accordance with nationally recognized care guidelines. Utilize navigation evidence-based tools developed to assess patient, family and caregiver needs such as pain, fatigue, and performance status. Professional Development and Performance Participate in multidisciplinary tumor conferences and monitor recommendations for appropriateness with NCCN or other national guidelines. Participate in performance improvement activities to enhance the patient, family and/or caregiver experience across the continuum. Complete mandatory training, education and annual core competencies programs as outlined by MD Anderson. Develop knowledge of available local and national resources for patients and families. Adhere to established productivity benchmarks/caseload expectations and documentation requirements that inform navigation program performance. Education Required: Bachelor's Degree Nursing. Preferred: Master's Degree Nursing. Work Experience Required: Five years Professional oncology nursing or oncology nurse navigation experience. Three years Professional oncology nursing or oncology nurse navigation experience with preferred degree. May substitute required degree with an Associate's degree in Nursing and seven years of professional oncology nursing or oncology nurse navigation experience. LICENSES/ CERTIFICATIONS Required: RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure State of Texas Professional Nursing License (RN), BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Certification Upon Hire Preferred: OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification National certification in Oncology and specialty practice area, ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification as required by patient care area, PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html Additional Information Requisition ID: 178131 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 101,000 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 126,500 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 152,000 FLSA: exempt and eligible for overtime, paid at a time and a half rate Fund Type: Hard Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote Pivotal Position: Yes Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: No $101,000 - $152,000 / YEAR
MD Anderson's Internal Medicine division provides cancer patients with the full spectrum of evidence-based cancer and internal medicine diagnostic evaluations, treatments, supportive care and prevention Summary: The primary purpose of the Treatment Nurse Navigator position is to provide individualized assistance to patients, families, and caregivers, offering education and resources to help promote informed decision making and access to quality medical and supportive care services, helping circumvent barriers to care in the healthcare system from their first visit to and through all phases of the disease-state experience and beyond to survivorship. The Treatment Nurse Navigator works closely with Service Line physicians, care team and across the organization in all specialty areas to coordinate the patient's plan of care, communicating with all members of the Service Line team on behalf of the patient. The ideal Treatment Nurse Navigator will have a Bachelor's degree in Nursing and five years of professional oncology nursing or oncology nurse navigation experience. OCN Certification is a plus. Shift: Typical M-F day shift Salary: $101,000 Minimum - $126,500 Midpoint - $152,000 Maximum Job Specific Competencies: Care Coordination and Communication Develop relationship with patient after first appointment to establish a consistent point of contact for the patient throughout the treatment phase of their cancer journey. Assess patient, family and caregiver needs post 1st visit and upon initial encounter to treatment and periodically throughout the full continuum of care, including assessing changes in psychosocial, financial and emotional occurring due to treatment. Perform distress screening and making referrals to appropriate disciplines and documenting accordingly Follow patient transitions between ambulatory care and inpatient services, collaborating with care management resources in both settings. Coordinate appointments for consults with support services within established service standards, including social workers, dieticians, genetic counselors, therapists, and others as appropriate throughout the treatment journey. Assist the patient with any matters related to treatment goals, advance directives, palliative care, and end-of-life concerns using an ethical framework. Apply knowledge of payer requirements and insurance processes and their impact on referrals and patient care decisions to establish appropriate referrals, as requested or needed Promote collaboration and communication among healthcare team members, other colleagues, and organizations to promote and protect the best interests of patients. Other duties as assigned. Education Provide education related to oncology diagnosis, treatment, support services and local or national resources. Educate patient, family and caregiver to clinical trials, coordinating with the clinical care team and cancer research team. Communication Communicate any concerns and perform patient follow-up about timely coordination of appointments, tests and procedures to the appropriate scheduling or care team members. Perform outreach efforts across MD Anderson to establish and maintain positive working relationships with key ambulatory and inpatient care team "customers"-faculty, departments, APPs, nursing, case managers, social services, and others. Documentation Develop concise patient summaries for use by the care team and document recommendations made utilizing standardized care protocols in accordance with nationally recognized care guidelines. Utilize navigation evidence-based tools developed to assess patient, family and caregiver needs such as pain, fatigue, and performance status. Professional Development and Performance Participate in multidisciplinary tumor conferences and monitor recommendations for appropriateness with NCCN or other national guidelines. Participate in performance improvement activities to enhance the patient, family and/or caregiver experience across the continuum. Complete mandatory training, education and annual core competencies programs as outlined by MD Anderson. Develop knowledge of available local and national resources for patients and families. Adhere to established productivity benchmarks/caseload expectations and documentation requirements that inform navigation program performance. Education Required: Bachelor's Degree Nursing. Preferred: Master's Degree Nursing. Work Experience Required: Five years Professional oncology nursing or oncology nurse navigation experience. Three years Professional oncology nursing or oncology nurse navigation experience with preferred degree. May substitute required degree with an Associate's degree in Nursing and seven years of professional oncology nursing or oncology nurse navigation experience. LICENSES/ CERTIFICATIONS Required: RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure State of Texas Professional Nursing License (RN), BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation Certification Upon Hire Preferred: OCN - Oncology Nurse Certification National certification in Oncology and specialty practice area, ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification as required by patient care area, PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html Additional Information Requisition ID: 178136 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 101,000 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 126,500 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 152,000 FLSA: exempt and eligible for overtime, paid at a time and a half rate Fund Type: Hard Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote Pivotal Position: Yes Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: No 