Breast Health Navigator

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Join Team Tidelands and help people live better lives through better health!

• Responsible for chart preparation which includes communication with various other providers/services involved in the care of the patient and reviewing all the necessary reports/documentation in preparation for the patient visit
• Responsible for triaging patients during the nursing assessment intake at each office visit. Reviews all medications, allergies, surgeries, family history, new medical comorbidities and completes MIPS according to protocol
• Responsible for ensuring effective communication across the multidisciplinary teams (Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Plastic Surgery, Radiology, Surgical services) to provide coordinated & timely care for patients. Serves as a liaison for patients and providers. Acts as a chaperone for physicians to ensure a safe environment for all patients
• Assist physician during in-office procedures (biopsy, aspirations, incisions and drainage) which includes preparing instruments, operating the breast ultrasound equipment and documenting and label specimens per policy
• Perform lymphedema measurement procedure and document accordingly in EPIC
• Provides and reviews all education material with patients and families regarding procedural instructions, maintaining of good breast health, the understanding of a breast cancer diagnosis or benign breast problem. Communicates with patients and families regarding all necessary surgical information- pre-op instructions, arrival times, follow-up care
• Completes independent nursing assessment patient visits to assess post-op complications, monitoring and removal of surgical drains/staples, incision checks, wound care, dressing changes, blood draw for genetic testing
• Collaborate with the surgical and radiology departments to schedule surgeries and biopsies and ensure all documentation is complete. Obtain and track prior authorizations for biopsies, surgeries and imaging and documents in EPIC accordingly
• Monitors and triages messages/voicemails in the EPIC in-basket
• Maintains an accurate record of AED log
• Prepares and participates in the annual “In the Pink” Breast Cancer fundraising walk
• Completes annual CME as required by the NAPBC to remain an accredited oncology breast program
• Stock exams rooms daily, and is responsible for organizing, monitoring the inventory and ordering all medical supplies for all practice locations

• ADN Required
• BSN Preferred
• MSN Preferred

• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in an ambulatory or acute care setting Required
• Oncology, Breast Health and/or Breast Surgical nursing experience Preferred

• Broad and thorough knowledge of the discipline of nursing and is a role model for professional nursing practice
• Knowledge of current and emerging best practices, trends and technologies in the Breast Surgical Oncology discipline
• Proven ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and delegate work functions efficiently
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to create and maintain a climate for effective communication and collaborative decision making
• Strong ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, management and staff from all disciplines. Ability to create and maintain a goal-oriented climate of teamwork and collaboration
• Proficient in blood drawing
• Capable of assisting surgeon with breast ultrasound procedures
• Strong understanding of safety and regulatory standards as it pertains to role
• Strong organizational and planning abilities
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Proficiency with PC’s and Microsoft office software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook and prior Electronic Medical Record experience preferred
• The ability to be self-motivated to complete organizational projects and goals is required
• Commitment to Continual Professional Development
• Valid and in good standing driver’s license and personal transportation to be able to travel to multiple TH clinical sites required

• Registered Nurse - South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation Required
• Oncology Certified Nurse - Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation Preferred
• Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association within 30 Days Required

Tidelands Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Tidelands Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender, genetic information, familial status, or any other legally protected status.