Oncology Nurse Navigator (Compact + IL) - Full-time

pstrongOURnbsp; MISSION/strong/p pImagine building a better healthcare journey for patients with cancer, where individuals and their loved ones feel seen, supported, and heard by their care team – both in and out of the clinic. Where fast access to high-quality care is the norm, not the exception. Where patients have access to a care navigator to guide them through their diagnosis and trusted support all along the way./p pAt Thyme Care, we share a passion for transforming the cancer care experience – not just for our members but also for their caregivers and loved ones, as well as those delivering and paying for their care. Today, Thyme Care is known predominantly as a cancer care navigation company enabling value-based cancer care; in the next few years, we will become a nationally recognized technology-driven and provider-centric care delivery model, reshaping the landscape of cancer care access, delivery, and experience. Our commitment runs deep—we're not satisfied with the status quo but determined to redefine it./p pTo make this happen, we’re building a diverse team of problem solvers and critical thinkers to drive innovation and shape the future of healthcare. If you share our vision and want to be part of something truly meaningful, we want to hear from you. Together, we can revolutionize cancer care and make a difference that lasts a lifetime./p pstrongYOUR ROLE/strong/p pThyme Care Inc., the management company to Thyme Care Medical PLLC, is the employing entity with your duties to be performed for Thyme Care Medical PLLC, a medical practice, and its patients. As a Thyme Care Oncology Nurse Navigator, you'll be a vital clinical resource for our members and their care network, offering triage, support, and education during their cancer journey via phone, email, and video communication. Under the guidance of our Nurse Team Lead, you'll conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, oversee member health, and facilitate end-of-life care discussions. Your main objective will involve actively engaging with members, addressing clinical issues, and efficiently managing any escalations that arise.strong The shifts for this position are either 8:30 - 5 EST or 11:30 - 8 EST. Additionally, we ask for flexibility with the occasional Saturday coverage./strong/p pemWithin your first three months, you will:/em/p ul liFamiliarize yourself with Thyme Care systems, tools, technology, and partners, conducting a minimum of 20 member calls per day./li liCollaborate closely with Nurse leaders and Medical Directors to ensure alignment with clinical protocols and best practices./li liEstablish trusting relationships with members and their care network, prioritizing empathy and active listening in every interaction./li liAdhere to Care Team policies, procedures, and documentation standards, contributing to efficient operations and maintaining quality standards./li liSupport members throughout the oncology care continuum, from screening to survivorship or end-of-life care, coordinating care and providing clinical support as needed./li liIdentify and address member needs promptly, offering assistance with care coordination, symptom management, nutritional support, discharge planning, and provider referrals./li liParticipate in case conferences to monitor member progress, provide updates, and collaborate on targeted support plans with the healthcare team./li liFoster strong partnerships with payers and providers to optimize care delivery and minimize readmissions./li liCollaborate with non-clinical Care Team members to address social determinants of health needs, such as food resources and transportation access./li liBe available for urgent clinical escalations and provide clinical consult support as required./li /ul pstrongPerforms other projects and duties as assigned and as related to department business needs and objectives./strong/p pstrongWHAT LEADS TO SUCCESS/strong/p ul listrongMember-Centric Approach: /strongYou prioritize the member experience and demonstrate a deep commitment to Thyme Care's mission./li listrongAction-Oriented:/strong You proactively identify and prioritize initiatives, taking prompt action to address urgent needs./li listrongOrganizational Skills:/strong You excel at multitasking and thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining meticulous organization in communications and documentation./li listrongCommunication Skills: /strongYou are an effective listener and communicator, skilled at building rapport and fostering strong working relationships with members and colleagues./li listrongAdaptability:/strong You are comfortable with change and ambiguity and have a proven track record of success in dynamic environments./li listrong data-stringify-type="bold"Qualifications:/strong A Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing and a compact unrestricted registered nurse (RN) license are required. strongCompact + single state licensure in Illinois is preferred.nbsp;/strongAdditionally, you have at least 5 years of nursing experience, including 3 years in solid tumor oncology nursing.nbsp;/li listrongCertifications: /strongOncology-related certifications such as Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN), Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse (AOCN), Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Specialist (AOCNS), or Certified Case Manager (CCM) are required or obtained within 2 years of hire.nbsp;/li /ul pnbsp;/p pThis job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position, its responsibilities, and the required qualifications. nbsp; Thyme Care reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary to meet business needs and organizational objectives./p pstrongOUR VALUES/strong/p pemAt Thyme Care, our core values guide us in everything we do: Act with our members in mind, Move with purpose, and Seek diverse perspectives. They anchor our business decisions, including how we grow, the products we make, and the paths we choose—or don’t choose./em/p pemThis is a non-exempt, full-time position. The pay rate is $39.90/hour.nbsp;/em/p pemTo ensure sufficient clinical coverage, we ask that our Care Team be prepared to work up to 2 holidays per year, compensated at a 1x hourly rate and a 2.5x holiday rate.nbsp;/em/p pemAdditionally, we recognize a history of inequality in health care. We’re here to challenge these systems with a culture of inclusion through the care we give and the company we build. We embrace and celebrate a diversity of perspectives in reflection of our members and the patients our products serve. We are an equal-opportunity employer./em/p pemstrong data-stringify-type="bold"em data-stringify-type="italic"Be cautious of /em/strongstrong data-stringify-type="bold"em data-stringify-type="italic"a class="c-link" href="https://www.thymecare.com/fraudulent-job-offers" target="_blank" data-stringify-link="https://www.thymecare.com/fraudulent-job-offers" data-sk="tooltip_parent"recruitment fraud/a/em/strongstrong data-stringify-type="bold"em data-stringify-type="italic", and always confirm that communications are coming from an official Thyme Care email./em/strongbr/em/p