About the Role

What You'll Do

• Master Daymark systems and tools. Become familiar with Daymark's systems, tools, technology, and partners.
• Collaborate closely with Clinical Leadership. Work closely with Nurse Leaders and Medical Directors to ensure alignment with clinical protocols and best practices.
• Build Trusting relationships. Establish strong, trusting relationships with patients and their care networks by prioritizing empathy and active listening in every interaction.
• Adhere to Operational Standards. Follow Care Team policies, procedures, and documentation standards, contributing to operational efficiency and maintaining high-quality care with comfort.
• Support Patients Across the Care Continuum. Provide comprehensive support throughout the oncology care journey, from screening to survivorship or end-of-life care, offering clinical and care coordination as needed.
• Proactively Address patient needs. Quickly identify and address patient needs, including care coordination, symptom management, nutritional support, discharge planning, and provider referrals.
• Contribute to Case Conferences. Participate in case conferences to monitor patient progress, provide updates, and collaborate with the healthcare team on targeted support plans.
• Strengthen Payer and Provider Relationships. Build strong partnerships with payers and providers to optimize care delivery and reduce the risk of readmissions.
• Address Social Determinants of Health. Collaborate with non-clinical Care Team members to resolve social determinants of health, such as food security and transportation access.
• Provide urgent clinical support. Be available for urgent clinical escalations and offer consultative clinical support when required.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: A Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required, along with a compact unrestricted registered nurse (RN) license and licensure in Rhode Island (or willingness to be licensed in RI). At least 3 years of nursing experience, including 3 years in oncology nursing, with significant time delivering in-home care. Passionate about helping patients understand the benefits of palliative care.
• Availability: Able to work full-time, five days per week with the team and patients.
• Qualifications: Oncology-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 strongly preferred or required to be obtained within 2 years of hire.
• Strong Clinical Skills: Comfortable administering IV fluids, accessing ports when needed, and conducting point of care testing.
• Comfort with Technology: Comfortable using Slack, Zoom, Microsoft Office, and EHR systems.
• Strong relational skills: Ability to establish rapport and work effectively with diverse populations including healthcare providers, clinical staff, patients, and family members.
• Bias to action: Proactive in identifying and prioritizing needs, ensuring urgent and important needs are acted on immediately.
• Patient-Centric Approach: Prioritizes the patient experience and demonstrates deep commitment to Daymark's mission.
• Organizational Skills: Excels at multitasking and thrives in fast-paced environments while maintaining meticulous organization in communications and documentation.
• Communication Skills: Effective listener and communicator skilled at building rapport and fostering strong relationships.
• Adaptability: Comfortable with change and ambiguity with a proven track record of success in dynamic environments.
• Willingness to travel in-home to care for patients in Rhode Island.

Compensation Range