RN Navigator - Breast Oncology
Company: Summa Health
Location: Akron
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region’s top
employers by a number of third party organizations, including
NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of
its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our
patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant
leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the
organization and competitive pay and benefits. Summary: An Oncology
Nurse Navigator (ONN) is a professional registered nurse with
oncology-specific clinical knowledge who offers individualized
assistance to patients, families, and caregivers to identify and
help overcome healthcare system barriers. Utilizing the nursing
process, an oncology nurse navigator provides resources and
education to facilitate informed decision-making and timely access
to quality health, psychosocial, supportive, and survivorship care
throughout all phases of the cancer care con¬tinuum. The ONN will
work collaboratively with the health care team to assess, plan,
facilitate, track, and monitor patients with cancer. The ONN works
closely with the patient/family; makes appropriate referrals to
meet the patient’s individual, cultural, spiritual needs, and
monitors and evaluates services provided. Formal Education
Required: a. Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Master’s
degree preferred b. Graduate of a program of professional nursing
that is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing
Education (CCNE) or Accreditation Commission for Education in
Nursing (ACEN) c. Current license to practice registered nursing in
the State of Ohio d. Certification in Navigation will be required
within a time frame- coordinated with manager 2. Experience and
training required: a. Five years of nursing experience or three
years’ experience in oncology 3. Other Skills, Competencies, and
Qualifications: a. Excellent communication ( verbal and written)
and presentation skills b. Ability to act independently, problem
solve and engage in critical thinking c. Ability to work as a
member of an interdisciplinary team and provide leadership, shared
knowledge, and expertise for advancing the navigational role and
developing collegial relationships both internally and externally
with providers and community. d. Ability to apply principles of
nursing theory and practice to assess, plan, implement and evaluate
oncology care. e. Strong organizational skills f. Demonstrates
effective communication and listening skills g. Ability to
prioritize and reprioritize quickly h. Basic computer skills i.
Adheres to regulations for patients information and privacy 4.
Level of Physical Demands: a. Sedentary: b. Exerts up to ten pounds
of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force
frequently. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled $34.00/hr
- $50.99/hr The salary range on this job posting/advertising is
base salary exclusive of any bonuses or differentials. Many
factors, such as years of relevant experience and geographical
location are considered when determining the starting rate of pay.
We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal
equity of our current team members when determining offers. Please
keep in mind that the range that is listed is the full base salary
range. Hiring at the maximum of the range would not be typical.
Summa Health offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits
program to include medical, dental, vision, life, paid time off as
well as many other benefits. Basic Life and Accidental Death &
Dismemberment (AD&D) Supplemental Life and AD&D Dependent
Life Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Accident
Insurance, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Retirement
Savings Plan Flexible Spending Accounts – Healthcare and Dependent
Care Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance Education Assistance Daily Pay
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