Nurse Navigator, Head & Neck Cancer, Oncology Special Programs, Full Time, Day
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Salary$99k – $124k
LocationLuckow Pavilion
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience3+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 2, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live1d ago
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Bachelor of science in nursing (BSN)
Current and valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey
Current and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience
Ability to coordinate complex care across the continuum for patients with head and neck cancer
Skilled in educating patients and families on diagnosis, treatment options, supportive services, and community resources
Strong collaboration and communication skills to effectively engage multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders
Ability to identify and address barriers to care, ensuring timely access to services and treatment
Knowledge of healthcare systems, insurance processes, and community-based support resources
Demonstrated advocacy skills with a strong commitment to patient-centered, high-quality care
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple patient cases and priorities effectively
Ability to build collaborative relationships with physicians, healthcare providers, patients, families, employers, and payers
Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred upon hire or obtained within 1 year of employment
1 year of head and neck oncology experience
Master's degree in nursing
Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis
Benefits
Medical prescription dental vision discount
Group term life insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Commuter benefit plans
Supplemental voluntary benefits
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Wellness time off
Retirement plan
Tuition assistance
Employee assistance program
Fitness center discount
Day care discounts
Position Summary
The Nurse Navigator, Head & Neck Cancer, coordinates seamless, patient-centered care across the continuum of head and neck cancer services, ensuring timely access to treatment, support, and resources. As a key member of the multidisciplinary care team, this role provides education and guidance to patients and families regarding available internal and external support services, resources, and care options. The Nurse Navigator, Head & Neck Cancer serves as a liaison among physicians, patients, families, healthcare providers, nursing facilities, home health agencies, employers, and insurance carriers to facilitate communication, remove barriers to care, and promote high-quality patient outcomes.
Education
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Bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) required. Master’s degree in nursing preferred.
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Current and valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey required.
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Current and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
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Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) preferred upon hire or obtained within 1 year of employment.
Experience
Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience required. 1 year of head and neck oncology experience strongly preferred.
Skills
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Ability to coordinate complex care across the continuum for patients with head and neck cancer.
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Skilled in educating patients and families on diagnosis, treatment options, supportive services, and community resources.
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Strong collaboration and communication skills to effectively engage multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
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Ability to identify and address barriers to care, ensuring timely access to services and treatment.
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Knowledge of healthcare systems, insurance processes, and community-based support resources.
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Demonstrated advocacy skills with a strong commitment to patient-centered, high-quality care.
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Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple patient cases and priorities effectively.
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Ability to build collaborative relationships with physicians, healthcare providers, patients, families, employers, and payers.
Job Location
Luckow Pavilion
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Benefits
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Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
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Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
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Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
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Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
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6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
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Retirement Plan
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Tuition Assistance
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
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Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities
SalaryJoining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.Pay Range: $99,424.00 - $124,280.00The posted pay range reflects the compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE)
EEO Statement
Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.
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