BREAST NURSE NAVIGATOR RN Featured Job

Breast Nurse Navigator RNWorking at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 10,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work for in the Nation, a Digital Health Most Wired Organization and continually named one of the Tampa Bay Time's Top Workplaces. A National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center since 2001.The Breast Imaging Nurse Navigator serves as a critical liaison between patients, radiologists, surgeons, and referring providers. This role ensures timely, coordinated, and compassionate care for individuals undergoing breast imaging, especially those with abnormal findings. The navigator guides patients through screening and supplemental screening, diagnostic evaluations, breast imaging procedures, and follow-up care, while promoting education, emotional support, and access to resources.The Ideal Candidate:Breast anatomy and physiologyImaging modalities (mammography, ultrasound, MRI)Principles of radiation safetyAnnual updates through professional societiesParticipation in tumor board meetings and multidisciplinary case reviewsQuality improvement projects targeting imaging turnaround times and patient satisfactionBilingual abilities (Spanish/English) to serve diverse patient populations preferredResponsibilities:Care Coordination and Navigation - Serve as the entry point for patients into the multidisciplinary breast cancer care systemScheduling and Expediting Diagnostic ProceduresPatient Education and Psychosocial Support - provide tailored education on imaging modalities, preparing patients for each procedure, and offering consistent emotional supportTracking, Follow-Up, and Quality ImprovementAdministrative Facilitation and Barrier ManagementParticipation in Outreach - Participate in community outreach and breast health awareness initiativesCredentials and Qualifications:Associate's Degree NursingRegistered Nurse (RN)Basic Life Support (BLS)Minimum 1 year of experience in oncology, women's health, or breast imagingProficiency with EMR systems, scheduling software, and cancer registry databasesPreferred:Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN) or Breast Navigator Certification