Under the direct supervision of the DF/BCC Associate Director, this position is primarily responsible for identifying, registering, and abstracting patients with cancer. This includes reviewing and analyzing hospital records and other medical records for relevant cancer data; determining and classifying demographics, primary site, histology, stage, and treatment on all cancer …
The Registration Specialist reports to and receives direction from the Manager, Registration and Denial Management and is responsible for registering patients at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI). These functions include, but are not limited to, collecting and updating demographic and insurance information, confirming insurance eligibility, verifying benefits, and assisting patients with …
The Oncology Nurse Navigator (ONN) uses their oncology-specific clinical knowledge to offer individualized guidance to patients, families and caregivers to foster independence during their complex cancer journey. Using the nursing process, an ONN assesses patient needs and provides education and resources to facilitate appropriate and timely quality health and psychosocial …
Read more about ""The Staff Nurse’s responsibilities include assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care for a complex patient population. The infusion nurse provides patient and family education and psychosocial and emotional support. He/she is a member of a multidisciplinary care team that requires effective communication and collaboration with co-workers and staff …
Read more about ""Provides clinical psychosocial intervention, including crisis intervention, individual, couples and family counseling, support groups, and short-term bereavement therapy. Coordinates patient care through the continuum, facilitating the achievement of optimal quality outcomes in relation to clinical care and cost-effectiveness. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team of oncologist, APP, Oncology Nurse Navigator, primary infusion …
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