The Breast Health Navigator provides clinical support to patients and caregivers throughout their cancer journey through assessment and education, oversees the multitude of clinical aspects of an active Breast Center, and works in the support of the broader Program in Women's Oncology. The Breast Health Nurse Navigator is responsible for coordinating health education for patients. In addition, the BH Navigator assists the patient in overcoming healthcare system barriers by facilitating coordinated and timely access to care.Works collaboratively with the nurse manager and practice administrator on the daily associated clinical activities for the Breast Health Center. Assists in the research of the medical aspects of particular studies. Performs other related duties as requested or directed.
Specifications Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with 3 to 5 years nursing experience. Must have and maintain CPR certification. Oncology Nursing Society certification preferred and or obtained within two years of hire. Nursing Navigation Certification Preferred and or obtained within two years of hire. Must have current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Rhode Island. Must be proficient in the English language.
Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center—are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.
Americans with Disability Act Statement External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
EEOC Statement Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Ethics Statement Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.
Care New England Health System (CNE) is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and the communities we serve.
CNE and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, and The Providence Center—are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.
Backed by a broad range of services—primary care, surgery, cardiovascular care, oncology, psychiatry, behavioral health, newborn pediatrics, and the full spectrum of women’s health services—CNE is reinventing the way health care is delivered, partnering with our patients to provide the best care possible while working to create a community of healthier people.
