Nurse Navigator, Oncology Clinic

Sutter Health

. Provide individualized assistance to oncology patients, families, and caregivers .

Posted 10/14/2026part-timeDavis • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $82 - $115 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient navigation and care coordination, ensuring effective communication and engagement with oncology patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams. Proficient in managing complex healthcare needs while adhering to safety guidelines and promoting positive clinical outcomes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

RN-Registered Nurse of California5 Years Recent Relevant ExperienceBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare ProviderKnowledge of Medical TerminologyMicrosoft Office Software Experience

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Hard Skills

Patient NavigationCare CoordinationHealthcare System BarriersClinical Outcomes ImprovementShared Decision-MakingHealth LiteracyCommunication SkillsThird-Party Reimbursement KnowledgeHazardous Drugs HandlingUSP 800 Guidelines Compliance

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsCollaborationPatient Engagement

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft Word

Certifications & Qualifications

RN-Registered Nurse of CaliforniaBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Industry Keywords

OncologyPatient CareInterdisciplinary TeamsHealthcare SystemClinical OutcomesPatient Values IntegrationHealth Care Staff Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide individualized assistance to oncology patients, families, and caregivers
Help patients overcome healthcare system barriers and improve clinical outcomes
Coordinate and manage patient care throughout the continuum of care
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to triage and coordinate care
Educate patients and serve as a point of contact for patients and families
Develop, implement, and monitor navigation activities and sustainability
Facilitate shared decision-making and patient engagement
Address patients' communication and health literacy needs
Support integration of patients' values and preferences into treatment decisions
Promote positive outcomes for patients, providers, and the Sutter healthcare system

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
RN-Registered Nurse of California
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
5 years recent relevant experience
Knowledge of medical terminology required
Ability to ensure follow through with responsibilities and communicate with a varied level of health care staff
Knowledge of third-party reimbursement helpful
Verbal and written communication skills
Microsoft Office software experience required, including Excel and Word
Employees may handle hazardous drugs in accordance with USP 800 guidelines
Must work with hazardous drugs identified by NIOSH when applicable

Benefits

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