• Job Description

  Req#: 5687091004

  About this role

  The Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN):

  • reports to the Senior Manager of Nurse Navigation, Oncology.
  • is a professional RN who provides personalized support, guidance, advocacy, and education to Members and their caregivers affected by cancer.
  • possesses oncology-specific clinical knowledge required to guide Members, families, and caregivers to assist overcoming healthcare system barriers.
  • using the nursing process, provides education and resources to facilitate and support informed decision-making and timely access to quality health.
  • serves as the subject-matter expert for Members, families, caregivers, internal and external colleagues

  What you’ll do:

  • Meet with Member/caregiver at defined cancer journey touchpoints to review treatment goals, expectations, and concerns.
  • Create trusting relationships and address Members/caregivers communication preferences and health literacy needs at all phases of the cancer journey.
  • Guide, support, collaborate, and advocate for Members/caregivers throughout the cancer care journey. Identify potential and realized barriers to care and identify resources to mitigate.
  • Oversee, direct, and provide evidence-based nursing care that is holistic, culturally competent, ethical, linguistically humble, inclusive, and rooted in diversity.
  • Effectively communicate to Members, caregivers, and colleagues clearly, respectfully, compassionately, and timely.
  • Coordinate patient centered care throughout the cancer journey continuum, both within and across systems.
  • Serve as the key point-of-contact to promote optimal clinical outcomes.
  • Identify specific cancer care needs of Members/caregivers and delegate appropriately to support staff.
  • Provide appropriate and timely evidenced-based education and support to the Member/caregivers to facilitate informed decision making.
  • Document Member/caregiver care path in assigned clinical tooling
  • Participate in tracking and monitoring of Member/caregiver outcomes, and other associated quality improvement projects.
  • Assume personal responsibility to maintain required oncology certification, credentialing, and RN licensure.
  • Participate in strategies to increase Member engagement, including proactive outreach.

  What we’re looking for

  • Experienced ONN should have a minimum of 5 years of oncology experience (required) and a minimum of 3 years of oncology navigation or coordinator experience ( preferred) .
  • Work in alignment with the ONS-Oncology Nurse Navigator Competencies.
  • Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) or Master’s degree in nursing (MSN) is required .
  • Graduated from an accredited nursing school within the United States is required.
  • Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or other ONCC certification required or scheduled to test within the next 90 days is required. Academy of Oncology Nurse & Patient Navigators (AONN+) Foundation for Learning, Inc. (AONN+ FFL) certification is accepted in place of ONCC. ONS Biotherapy not considered in place of ONCC certification.
  • Current RN Compact License is required on date of hire. ONN must attain licensure in states that are not covered in the Compact within 6 months of hire.
  • Obtain American Cancer Society Leadership in Oncology Navigation (LION) within 3 months of hire.
  • Overall computer literacy with proficiency in Windows-based software and Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent communication skills; Highly collaborative and flexible
  • Demonstrates ongoing professional development by continual learning activities and CEUs.

  As a remote position, the salary range for this role is:

  $80,000 — $100,000 USD

  Who we are

  Transcarent and Accolade have come together to create the One Place for Health and Care, the leading personalized health and care experience that delivers unmatched choice, quality, and outcomes. Transcarent’s AI-powered WayFinding, comprehensive Care Experiences – Cancer Care, Surgery Care, Weight – and Pharmacy Benefits offerings combined with Accolade’s health advocacy, expert medical opinion, and primary care, allows us to meet people wherever they are on their health and care journey. Together, more than 20 million people have access to the combined company’s offerings. Employers, health plans, and leading point solutions rely on us to provide trusted information, increase access, and deliver care.

  We are looking for teammates to join us in building our company, culture, and Member experience who:

  • Put people first, and make decisions with the Member’s best interests in mind
  • Are active learners, constantly looking to improve and grow
  • Are driven by our mission to measurably improve health and care each day
  • Bring the energy needed to transform health and care, and move and adapt rapidly
  • Are laser focused on delivering results for Members, and proactively problem solving to get there

  Total Rewards

  Individual compensation packages are based on a few different factors unique to each candidate, including primary work location and an evaluation of a candidate’s skills, experience, market demands, and internal equity.

  Salary is just one component of Transcarent's total package. All regular employees are also eligible for the corporate bonus program or a sales incentive (target included in OTE) as well as stock options.

  Our benefits and perks programs include, but are not limited to:

  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Competitive 401(k) Plan with a generous company match
  • Flexible Time Off/Paid Time Off, 12 paid holidays
  • Protection Plans including Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Supplemental Insurance
  • Mental Health and Wellness benefits

  Transcarent is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

  Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds often don’t apply unless they meet 100% of the job criteria. While we have worked to consolidate the minimum qualifications for each role, we aren’t looking for someone who checks each box on a page; we’re looking for active learners and people who care about disrupting the current health and care with their unique experiences.

• About the company

  We put people in charge of their health and care

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