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Closing Date:

08/05/2026

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

ICE | CASL CA Nursing Administration

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

The Specialty Registered Nurse (RN) Oncology Nurse Navigator will provide compassionate and skilled oncology expertise spanning the entire cancer care continuum; including diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and end of life care. The RN will provide assistance to patients, families and care givers to help overcome healthcare system barriers and facilitate timely access to quality health and psychosocial care. The specialty RN should have a deep understanding of clinical oncology practices, cutting edge therapies, and diagnostic innovations, combined with a patient centered approach to care.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree in nursing, Diploma RN, Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Master’s degree in Nursing plus three (3) years Registered Nurse experience. 

• Graduate of an accredited RN nursing program. 

• Valid Registered Nursing License  

• Basic skills with Microsoft programs, Word, Excel, PowerPoint 

• Excellent communication skills. 

• Strong work ethics and accountability. 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher 

• Minimum of one (1) year of relevant Registered Nursing experience in Oncology or

• Minimum of five (5) years in patient navigation/coordination 

• Current BLS 

• National Certification – AONN or OCN or Oncology related certification 

• Knowledgeable with EPIC EMR

Additional Information:

Job Responsibilities:

•  Performs Role of Transplant and Cellular Therapy Clinical Program Specialist   
• Evaluates the needs and coordinates the care of the patient through the continuum of care by ensuring patient needs are met. 
• Facilitate patient care coordination with interdisciplinary teams within internal departments and external service lines. Exhibiting professionalism and accuracy in interfacing with teams involved in the plans of care. 
• Provide education to patients and caregivers, supporting compliance with appointments and treatments. 
• Collaborate in interdisciplinary tumor board. 
• Work closely with external services to ensure seamless coordination of outpatient care, including chemotherapy, infusion therapy, radiation, and other treatments. 
• Facilitates the use of telehealth and/or self-monitoring technology to enhance the plan of care and patient engagement.
• Assesses education needs and seeks to update knowledge base to provide quality and current patient specific specialty service line coordination.
•  Assist in coordinating agenda and attend relevant Tumor Board, 80% or greater participation
• Participates in quality data collection and organization.   
• Collaborates with the navigation team and leadership to optimize processes and metrics. 
• Promotes a safe working environment by complying with department and institutional safety policies. Observes safe work practices and provides input on safety issues. Responds in emergency situations. Intervenes in unsafe situations by taking action.
• Adheres to UAMS Code of conduct and Department policies. Adopts practices to improve work process, enhance guest satisfaction and reduce waste. Serves as resource person to support department members in performances of duties   
•  Interacts with, and assists, the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary.
• Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines.
• Assists internal and external stakeholders, as needed, with exceptional customer service.

Additional Information:

In this role you will support patients with new, recurrent, or metastatic cancer diagnosis, ensuring seamless coordination of care amongst our oncology departments, including but not limited to medical oncology, surgical oncology, radiation oncology, genetics, and palliative care.
 
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.   
 
All UAMS employees will treat others with Dignity and Respect.  We communicate and share complete and unbiased information, assuring our colleagues receive timely, complete, and accurate information in order make informed decisions.   
 
We participate in institutional initiatives and encourage the participation of others.  We collaborate in policy and program development, implementation, and evaluation, using best practices in delivering quality service. All duties will be performed in accordance with the UAMS Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care set forth by UAMS.  These core concepts allow for an approach to health care that shapes policies, programs, facility design and staff day-to-day interactions. It leads to better health outcomes, wiser allocation of resources, and greater patient and family satisfaction.  The core concepts of patient and family centered care consist of Dignity & Respect, Information Sharing, Participation, and Collaboration.   

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing

Frequent Physical Activity:

Balancing, Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Climbing, Crawling, Sitting

Benefits Eligible:

Yes