Job Description
Employment Type: Part time
Shift: Description: POSITION PORPOSE - The Nurse Navigator (officially identified internally as a 'Multidisciplinary Care Coordinator') is responsible for newly diagnosed patients with cancer across our 5 cancer centers. Nurse Navigators / Multidisciplinary Care Coordinators are vital to the functioning of the cancer program. They coordinate care across disciplines of Surgery, Med Onc, Rad Onc, Genetic Counseling and Research.
- This is a Contingent, non-benefited position.
WHAT YOU WILL DO - Identifies patients in need of ongoing diagnostic interventions and related services; and facilitates initial encounter in multidisciplinary clinic.
- Develops and manages monitoring systems to help meet quality initiatives.
- Monitors and tracks all patients for whom biopsies are recommended.
- Tracks biopsy results and follows all patients with positive biopsies to expedite definitive treatment and ensure that referrals to all necessary specialists (Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology, Plastic Surgery) are accomplished in a timely manner.
- Organizes and actively participates in a regular multidisciplinary care conference, (Breast and Lung)
- Provides input to the Breast Advisory and Lung Advisory Committees in the development of quality assurance programs that include tracking information, care conference presentations, outcome measures and patient satisfaction indices.
MINIUMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Current Michigan Nursing License
- Graduation from accredited nursing program: BSN Required.
- Three or more years of progressive clinical nursing experience in Cancer, Thoracic, Women's Health, or related field.
POSITION BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS - Competitive compensation.
- DailyPay opportunity for earned wage access.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
- Ann Arbor offers a vibrant blend of characteristics, serving as a lively college town, a culinary destination, and a technological center. Nestled in the southeastern region of Michigan's Lower Peninsula, Ann Arbor sits as the focal point of the diverse array of communities within Washtenaw County. Surrounded by flourishing neighborhoods, it has evolved into a cultural hub with access to Theaters, Galleries, Museums, Cultural Events, Concerts and Dining.
ABOUT TRINITY HEALTH ANN ARBOR - Trinity Health Ann Arbor, a prestigious 537-bed teaching hospital, is situated on an expansive 340-acre campus and has proudly served as a top health care provider for over a century.
- Honored as a Top 100 Hospital by Fortune/IBM Watson, our institution is part of the renowned Trinity Health Michigan network.
- Our numerous local and national awards acknowledge our unwavering commitment to leadership, quality outcomes, and clinical excellence.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
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Part time, Local area, Shift work,