Clinical Nurse – Pre-Transplant Stem Cell Transplant/CAR-T Ambulatory Navigator

Location: On-site at University Hospital 

Position: Clinical Nurse – Pre-Transplant Stem Cell Transplant/CAR-T Ambulatory Navigator

Shift: 1.0 FTE (40 Hours Weekly) Monday – Friday 8:00a – 4:30p; No weekends or Holidays

The Clinical Nurse - Ambulatory Navigator coordinates the care needs of assigned patients and develops comprehensive plans to manage care delivery across the patient care continuum from referral to the Bone Marrow/Stem Cell Transplant and Immune Cell Therapy Program to their transplant or CAR-T therapy. This position partners with patients and their primary hematology/oncology/transplant physicians to develop customized care plans based on individual needs and preferences. They collaborate with physicians, nurses, health professionals, social workers, and others to ensure appropriate tests and treatments are delivered in a timely fashion in order to get patients to their transplant in a timely manner. Acts as an advocate for the patient, balancing care needs and financial considerations to ensure efficient and effective treatments.

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Position Overview: 

The Clinical Nurse - Ambulatory Navigator plays a vital role in coordinating patient care, developing personalized care plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment delivery. The role emphasizes patient advocacy, care management, and efficient resource utilization, ensuring a seamless continuum of care tailored to each patient's unique needs.

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Key Responsibilities:  

• Coordinate care needs for assigned patients and develop comprehensive care plans across the continuum of care pre-transplant.  

• Partner with patients and primary hematology/oncology/transplant physicians to create customized, needs-based care strategies.  

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely delivery of tests and treatments.  

• Advocate for patients to ensure their care needs are met efficiently and effectively to get patients to the appropriate treatment, transplant, or CAR-T therapy in a timely manner. 

• Balance clinical care with financial considerations to optimize treatment outcomes and resource utilization.  

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Qualifications & Requirements: 

• Education: 

  - Associates of Nursing (ASN) required. 

  - Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred. 

• Licensure & Certifications: 

  - Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license. 

  - Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA). 

  - Additional advanced life support certifications may be required per department policies. 

  - Specialty certifications may be required depending on department/provision of care. 

• Experience & Knowledge: 

  - 3-5 years of clinical work experience preferred. 

  - Knowledge of personal computers, word processing, and database software. 

  - Understanding of medical terminology, medical record requirements, regulations, and policies. 

  - Care Management experience strongly preferred.  

  - Bone Marrow/Stem Cell experience strongly preferred. 

  - Transplant experience preferred but not required. 

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Why Join IU Health? 

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits 

• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development 

• Supportive environment committed to clinical excellence and staff empowerment 

• Work in a dynamic, patient-centered setting with a focus on safety and quality 

To learn more about our benefits, visit: careers.iuhealth.org/pages/benefits-designed-for-you