Nursing Jobs in Rockaway, NJ
$100,619 - $142,124 / year
Req #: 0000241141 Category: Nurses Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Facility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services Department: Oncology Access Center Pay Range: $100,619.00 - $142,124.00 per year Location: 379 CAMPUS DRIVE, SOMERSET, NJ 08873 Job Title: Nurse Navigator Location: RWJ - 379 Campus Dr, Somerset Department Name: Oncology Access Center Req #: 0000241141 Status: Salaried Shift: Day Pay Range: $100,619.00 - $142,124.00 per year Pay Transparency The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Job Overview The Clinical Nurse Navigator is a registered professional nurse with clinical oncology knowledge who works in multiple departments to provide individualized culturally sensitive assistance to patients, families, and caregivers to help overcome healthcare system barriers, Using the nursing process provides education and resources to facilitate informed decision-making and timely access to quality health and psychosocial care throughout all phases of the care continuum. Qualifications Required: BSN required Two years of oncology nursing experience required Preferred Masters preferred Navigation experience preferred One year of customer service experience in a healthcare setting preferred Licenses And Certifications Required Licenses by the NJ State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse BLS provider required Navigation certification required within three years of employment Essential Functions Proactively assist patients and families in accessing cancer care by guiding them through health system complexities, Identify barriers, financial, logistical, cultural, or language based, and collaborate on culturally sensitive strategies to overcome them Provide the patient, and caregiver with appropriate resources, financial aid, transportation, psychosocial supports, tailored to patients' literacy levels, cultural background, and language Conduct timely follow-up with patients to assess non-clinical obstacles e.g. financial, social, family, and facilitate referrals to appropriate support services, reinforcing adherence to agreed care plans Engage actively with the multidisciplinary oncology team to ensure coordinated delivery of treatment and supportive care plans, advocating for timely follow-up and continuity across settings Educate patients, caregivers, and clinical staff about the critical role of adherence to treatment schedules, guidelines, follow-up visits, and culturally influenced health beliefs Promote shared decision-making and reinforce understanding of care pathways Demonstrate outstanding communication, organizational, interpersonal skills, plus confidence in independent problem-solving essential for navigating complex oncology care Show integrity, honesty, compassion, and cultural humility, even during challenging or sensitive exchanges Maintain respect, privacy, and cultural competence always Serve as a consistent advocate for patients and families, representing their interests to providers, payers, and the healthcare team to ensure equitable care Oncology Nurse Navigator must possess deep oncology knowledge, awareness of systemic barriers (e.g., insurance, social determinants), and familiarity with evidence-based resources Accurately document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the patient's medical record Utilize standardized tools and protocols to track patient progress and program Serve as patient and family advocate Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 
$87,600 - $109,600 / year
About Our Company We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical , Village Medical at Home , Summit Health , CityMD , and Starling Physicians . When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care. Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com. Job Description Job Title: Imaging Nurse Navigator Department: Imaging Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm Essential Job functions : Navigates imaging breast patients across the continuum of care beginning with the diagnostic mammography through cancer survivorship, coordinating care with staff in Radiology, Surgery, Plastics, Oncology, Gynecology, Genetic Counseling, Internal medicine and Cognitive Therapy, and refers to community resources to facilitate timely diagnosis, treatment and survivorship. Navigates imaging patients across the continuum of care by coordinating advanced imaging appointments when needed related to incidental nodule findings, critical results, high risk screening assessments, etc. Works collaboratively across the continuum of care with staff in Radiology, Surgery, Pulmonology, Oncology, Gastroenterology, Orthopedics, etc. Collaborates with Radiologists and imaging staff to ensure providers and patients are notified in a timely manner when an abnormality is identified. Provides information on maintaining optimal health including instruction on breast self exam, smoking cessation, etc. and the importance of wellness exams to general population of patients. Provides counseling for high-risk patients (breast and lung) and facilitates referral to surgical team, Pulmonology and Oncology. Assists with further development of high-risk screening programs within Imaging. Communicates with physicians and other members of the interdisciplinary team, within SMG, as well as with outside providers. Facilitates scheduling of appointments with surgical and non-surgical staff to ensure timely referral and transition into specialty services. Documents all patient visits and communication in both EMR and RIS systems. Manages and submits statistical data monthly. Attends committee meetings and provides quality driven data as well as metrics as requested. (Navigation team meetings, Interdisciplinary meetings, Breast Center staff meetings) providing input and suggestions on continuous quality and operational improvement. General Job functions: Participates in community outreach programs. (Breast Cancer Support Group Meetings, breast cancer patient classes, high risk breast, lung cancer prevention, evening lecture programs). Coordinates the availability of patient education materials as well as being familiar with resources available in the community. Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree desired. Registered RN license. BLS Certification required. Minimum 3-5 years of experience. Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing. Ability to use Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred. Ability to use Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred. Experience with EMR and RIS radiology System preferred. Travel: Ability to travel to satellite locations as needed #INDAncillary Pay Range: $87,600.00 - $109,600.00 Annual The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position. About Our Commitment Total Rewards at VillageMD Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan. Equal Opportunity Employer Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Safety Disclaimer Our Company cares about the safety of our employees and applicants. Our Company does not use chat rooms for job searches or communications. Our Company will never request personal information via informal chat platforms or unsecure email. Our Company will never ask for money or an exchange of money, banking or other personal information prior to the in-person interview. Be aware of potential scams while job seeking. Interviews are conducted at select Our Company locations during regular business hours only. For information on job scams, visit, https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/JobScams or file a complaint at https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/ . 