Breast Health Nurse Navigator

Breast Health Nurse Navigator

Under the general supervision of the Nursing Director or Assistant Nursing Director provides direct nursing care to patients.

Responsibilities

• Incorporates relevant assessment and intervention skills in the delivery of nursing care.
• Communicates with patients, colleagues and management in accurate, considerate and timely manner (written, verbal and electronic).
• Employs critical thinking skills to achieve outcomes and solve problems.
• Engages in caring relationships that integrate the influence of the human experience of health, illness and/or healing, and relationship-based care.
• Manages assignment and material resources effectively.
• Applies leadership skills consistent with role and experience.
• Incorporates teaching in the delivery of care to promote health and prevent disease and documents when appropriate.
• Integrates relevant knowledge and evidence-based practice (utilizing teamwork and collaboration).
• Provides specialty-specific care as outlined by Maimonides Medical Center.
• Indicates an Essential Job Function.

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Other Job Duties

Maintains competencies in individual field of responsibility Participates in the interview and evaluation of new health care team members Acts as preceptor for new health care team members Utilizes computer systems as they pertain to job responsibilities and in accordance with hospital policy Assures a safe environment and milieu in accordance with organizational policies and procedures Participates in MMC's ongoing Quality Performance Improvement initiatives; identifies opportunities for organizational improvements.

Qualifications

Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Preferred ONC certification as Certified Breast Care Nurse (CBCN) can hire without but would be expected to obtain within 18 months from the date of hire.
• 2-3 years of prior experience working with oncology patients would be preferred (Breast Cancer)
• The ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs.
• A strong sense of accountability.
• An exceptional focus on teamwork. Dedication to ongoing education. The ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care and service based on a strong sense of patient focus.
• Education:

Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing school required; MSN preferred. Current NYS licensure as RN required.

Experience

Current BLS certification required. Current ACLS certification preferred. Professional nursing experience appropriate to the service and the position.

Skills

Clinical skills for patient care delivery through the nursing process. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Good interpersonal skills. Analytical skills Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position; fluency in a second language preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.