Patient Navigator

Summary

Who We Are

St. Joseph's/Candler is rich in history and heritage. Its anchor institutions, St. Joseph's Hospital and Candler Hospital, are two of the oldest continuously operating hospitals in the nation. As such, both have been a part of the Savannah landscape and culture for a combined history of more than 350 years. In 1997, the two legendary hospitals and their various entities developed a joint operating agreement, creating the largest health system in Southeast Georgia and the South Carolina Low Country.

What You'll Do:

• The Oncology Patient Navigator assumes responsibility and accountability for the management of resources through interdisciplinary collaboration necessary and appropriate for the achievement of optimal patient care outcomes for oncology patients.
• He/she incorporates evidenced-based research into practice across the continuum.
• Patient navigation in cancer care refers to individualized assistance offered to patients, families and caregivers to help overcome barriers to care and facilitate timely access to quality medical and psychosocial care, from diagnosis through all phases of the cancer experience.
• Additionally, the Oncology Patient Navigator will be required to participate in community cancer education programs and screenings serving disparate populations.
• Navigator must have clear written and verbal communication skills, self-direction, and organizational skills.

Our Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing is preferred.
• 2-3 years of clinical experience or related field in the past 5 years is required.
• Oncology Certification (OCN) or certification in the field of oncology preferred.
• Employee expected to obtain certification, when eligible to sit for exam.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Health, vision & dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Experience with the largest health system in the region