Massachusetts General Hospital
Part Time Patient Navigator, RN
Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
30 Hours Per Week!
The MGH Cancer Center is seeking an outstanding
job share opportunity
for two qualified nurses to serve as Allogeneic (Allo) Hematopoietic Cell Transplant (HCT) Nurse Navigators. These nurse navigators will be vital in guiding patients and loved ones through the complexities of the Allo HCT journey. Additionally, they will be thoroughly integrated in the coordination of each allogeneic transplant.
Key Responsibilities:Support physicians, advanced practitioners, program nurses, research staff, and processing technologists.Assist in the orchestration of high-risk, highly sophisticated clinical services while adhering to strict industry standards and guidelines set forth by the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT), National Marrow Donor Program FDA, and Joint Commission.Act autonomously, use critical thinking, and have good judgment.Manage multiple and diverse computer systems, including portals used to request the manufacturing of cellular therapy products or to coordinate donor searches, workups, and collections.Impact patients, donors, and their loved ones daily as they prepare for cell collection, admission, and transplant.
Primary Responsibilities:
At the direction of the attending physician, the assigned navigator will work with patients undergoing allogeneic (donor) stem cell transplant. Responsibilities include:Efficient scheduling of all clinical services related to transplant readiness, including pre-transplant work-up, medical clearance, and admission, requiring formal training and comprehensive understanding of EPIC scheduling and ordering systems.Collaborate with the Transplant Search Coordinator to initiate Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) typing for recipients and potential donors.Facilitate National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) unrelated donor workups, including initiating donor or cord blood searches, requesting and prioritizing potential matches, and finalizing product delivery.Act as a primary point of contact for MGH clinicians, advanced practice providers, lab technologists, social work staff, and quality management regarding allogeneic transplant.Maintain precise and organized records and understand the documentation and clinical testing required for all allogeneic therapy and treatment plans.Obtain medical clearance for admission by providing physicians with test results following detailed schemas and checklists.Communicate intricate components of non-clinical care to patients and ensure their understanding of schedules for testing, chemotherapy, and admission.Maintain testing logs and prepare test kits containing all required documentation, blood collection tubes, and labeling for both research and standard of care.Escort patients to various appointments throughout the hospital as required.Accurately maintain a program calendar related to laboratory processing and availability for cell procurement, product arrival, cryopreservation (if applicable), and infusion.Complete one-time transplant coordinator training with the National Marrow Donor Program.
Benefits:Medical, Dental and Vision insuranceTuition ReimbursementGenerous paid time offSubsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)Resources for childcare and emergency backup careHospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity planEmployee "Perks" - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.
You contribute to our success! Every role has an impact on our patients' lives. We are looking for dedicated RNs like you to be a part of our team!
About Mass General Hospital:
Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to delivering our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Minimum Requirements:Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of MassachusettsAt least two years of Hematopoietic Cell Therapy ExperienceMust be organized and able to communicate clearly with patients, families, and the multi-disciplinary team.Collaborate with job share partner to keep clear tracking and records of the patient journey.Ability to learn multiple electronic platforms.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.#J-18808-Ljbffr
The MGH Cancer Center is seeking an outstanding
job share opportunity
for two qualified nurses to serve as Allogeneic (Allo) Hematopoietic Cell Transplant (HCT) Nurse Navigators. These nurse navigators will be vital in guiding patients and loved ones through the complexities of the Allo HCT journey. Additionally, they will be thoroughly integrated in the coordination of each allogeneic transplant.
Key Responsibilities:Support physicians, advanced practitioners, program nurses, research staff, and processing technologists.Assist in the orchestration of high-risk, highly sophisticated clinical services while adhering to strict industry standards and guidelines set forth by the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT), National Marrow Donor Program FDA, and Joint Commission.Act autonomously, use critical thinking, and have good judgment.Manage multiple and diverse computer systems, including portals used to request the manufacturing of cellular therapy products or to coordinate donor searches, workups, and collections.Impact patients, donors, and their loved ones daily as they prepare for cell collection, admission, and transplant.
Primary Responsibilities:
At the direction of the attending physician, the assigned navigator will work with patients undergoing allogeneic (donor) stem cell transplant. Responsibilities include:Efficient scheduling of all clinical services related to transplant readiness, including pre-transplant work-up, medical clearance, and admission, requiring formal training and comprehensive understanding of EPIC scheduling and ordering systems.Collaborate with the Transplant Search Coordinator to initiate Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) typing for recipients and potential donors.Facilitate National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) unrelated donor workups, including initiating donor or cord blood searches, requesting and prioritizing potential matches, and finalizing product delivery.Act as a primary point of contact for MGH clinicians, advanced practice providers, lab technologists, social work staff, and quality management regarding allogeneic transplant.Maintain precise and organized records and understand the documentation and clinical testing required for all allogeneic therapy and treatment plans.Obtain medical clearance for admission by providing physicians with test results following detailed schemas and checklists.Communicate intricate components of non-clinical care to patients and ensure their understanding of schedules for testing, chemotherapy, and admission.Maintain testing logs and prepare test kits containing all required documentation, blood collection tubes, and labeling for both research and standard of care.Escort patients to various appointments throughout the hospital as required.Accurately maintain a program calendar related to laboratory processing and availability for cell procurement, product arrival, cryopreservation (if applicable), and infusion.Complete one-time transplant coordinator training with the National Marrow Donor Program.
Benefits:Medical, Dental and Vision insuranceTuition ReimbursementGenerous paid time offSubsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)Resources for childcare and emergency backup careHospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity planEmployee "Perks" - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.
You contribute to our success! Every role has an impact on our patients' lives. We are looking for dedicated RNs like you to be a part of our team!
About Mass General Hospital:
Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to delivering our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Minimum Requirements:Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of MassachusettsAt least two years of Hematopoietic Cell Therapy ExperienceMust be organized and able to communicate clearly with patients, families, and the multi-disciplinary team.Collaborate with job share partner to keep clear tracking and records of the patient journey.Ability to learn multiple electronic platforms.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.#J-18808-Ljbffr