Travel Nurse RN - Clinic - $2,468 per week

Job Details The Patient Navigator, Surgery is an advocate and educator for the patient, as well as family members through the Surgery/cancer continuum. Essential Job Functions: Treats all patients with dignity and professionalism. Provides competent clinical care to patients during office visits. Is considered a content expert in the specialty practice in which they are responsible. Facilitates communication between patients and healthcare providers. Provides education and educational resources to patients and their families. Guides assigned patients through the health care system and is a strong patient advocate. Supports the patient and family in coping with the psychological aspects of cancer. Coordinates appointments with providers for timely delivery of diagnostic and therapeutic services while accommodating the patient as much as possible. Answers patient telephone calls. Correctly processes information for appointment scheduling, answers questions, and assists with problem solving. Communicates with physicians in a professional manner. Ensures all materials, including films, pathology reports, and laboratory reports necessary for each new patient visit are available for clinicians prior to appointments, if requested. Advises patients about what to do with records and forms they must bring to the visit. Encourages referrals and schedules new appointments as indicated based on clinical presentation, within established protocols, or as dictated by the physician. Actively identifies and addresses barriers to care that might keep the patient from receiving timely and appropriate treatment. Connects patients with resources and social support systems. Helps patients identify and access financial services to pay for health care needs. Provides community education to raise public awareness. Participates in practice hours and any and all practice locations as needed. Job Requirements Required Skills & Experience: Minimum of 3 years of nursing experience in related field (Surgery/Oncology). Good computer skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills. Strong critical thinking skills.