Nurse Navigator – Oncology

Mass General Brigham

. Coordinate and manage the complex care needs of oncology patients .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeDover • New Hampshire • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $58,656 - $142,449 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating complex oncology patient care, developing individualized care plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Proficient in patient education, discharge planning, and navigating healthcare systems while maintaining strong communication and organizational skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree NursingOncology ExperienceRegistered Nurse [RN - State License]Basic Life Support [BLS Certification]Microsoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Patient Care CoordinationDischarge PlanningIndividualized Care PlansDiagnostic Testing CoordinationTreatment Coordination

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailGood Communication SkillsCultural AwarenessAdaptabilityOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Nurse [RN - State License]Basic Life Support [BLS Certification]

Industry Keywords

OncologyAcute Care SettingMultidisciplinary Healthcare CollaborationPatient EducationHealthcare System Navigation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and manage the complex care needs of oncology patients
Serve as the primary point of contact for accessing services, diagnostic testing, treatment coordination, scheduling, patient and family education, and multidisciplinary healthcare collaboration
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop individualized care plans
Partner with physicians to establish patient-centered plans of care and coordinate necessary services
Communicate patient observations, responses, and condition changes to healthcare professionals, including primary care providers, social workers, and department leadership
Assess and coordinate patient discharge planning needs
Identify and resolve patient care concerns using multidisciplinary team resources and strategies
Educate patients and families on navigating the healthcare system, accessing services, and understanding available resources

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree Nursing required
Experience in an acute care setting and/or provider practice and/or experience in a community-based role or with discharge/transitional planning background: 2-3 years required
2-3 years Oncology
Strong attention to detail and organization
Strong cultural awareness competencies
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Good communication skills
Ability to adapt to change and welcome new approaches
Registered Nurse [RN - State License] preferred
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits
Career advancement opportunities
Differentials
Premiums
Bonuses as applicable
Recognition programs
Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities