About this position
RN Patient Navigator – Oncology
Location: Carroll Hospital, Westminster, MD
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Carroll Hospital is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse to serve as a Patient Navigator within our Oncology Department. This role plays a critical part in guiding patients and families through the cancer care continuum—providing education, advocacy, and coordination of care.
Join a dedicated, mission-driven oncology team that values collaboration, empathy, and excellence in patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
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Identify and Address Barriers to Care:
Proactively recognize and mitigate obstacles to care through referrals to supportive services such as financial aid, social work, language assistance, rehabilitation, and other medical providers. -
Facilitate Shared Decision-Making:
Use evidence-based tools, clinical guidelines, and patient goals to support collaborative care planning. Ensure clear communication among cancer care team members to prevent delays or fragmentation of care. -
Educate and Support Patients & Families:
Provide tailored education and resources on diagnosis, treatment options, side effects, follow-up care, and transitions in care. -
Coordinate Palliative Care Services:
Support timely integration of palliative care for symptom management and care planning throughout treatment. -
Survivorship Planning:
Develop personalized survivorship care plans and provide resources and education for patients post-treatment. -
Contribute to Program Development:
Participate in process improvement, data collection, and meeting cancer program accreditation standards. Collaborate with program administration on quality initiatives. -
Dose Modification Support:
Assess lab results, treatment protocols, and symptoms; collaborate with physicians to support appropriate chemotherapy/biotherapy dose adjustments.
Qualifications:
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Required:
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Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland (or eligibility for Maryland licensure)
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Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
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ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certification
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Preferred:
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Experience in oncology nursing, patient navigation, or care coordination
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Knowledge of community oncology resources and support services
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Why Join Us?
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Work with a dedicated oncology care team focused on holistic, patient-centered care
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Enjoy full-time, weekday hours with no weekends or holidays
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Competitive compensation and full benefits package
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Opportunities for professional development and program growt