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Case Manager Navigator
The Case Manager Navigator at MD Anderson Cancer Center integrates and coordinates utilization management concepts, care facilitation, and discharge planning functions. This role directly impacts patient care, satisfaction, and institutional costs by ensuring seamless transitions and optimal outcomes across the continuum of care.
The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN), hold a current RN license in the State of Texas, and have five years of professional nursing experience. One year of experience as an oncology nurse or case manager can reduce the requirement to four years. Candidates may substitute the required degree with an Associate’s Degree in Nursing and seven years of professional nursing, case management, or navigation experience. The candidate must also maintain American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
The candidate must be available to work four 10-hour shifts each week, with every weekend required and the other two shifts flexible.
Hourly breakdown of salary range:
Minimum $101,000 | Midpoint $126,500 | Maximum $152,000
MD Anderson Offers Our Employees:
• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on the first day for employees working 30+ hours per week
• Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
• Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and illness-related reduced salary pay program
• Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts
• Fertility benefits
• State of Texas longevity pay
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs, and employee resource groups
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked the nation's top hospital for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report's "Best Hospitals." Our mission is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through exceptional programs that integrate patient care, research, and prevention.
Essential Job Functions:
• Assess individual patient needs based on practice models for high-risk or complex care issues
• Coordinate, facilitate, and monitor care for patients throughout the continuum to ensure optimal clinical, functional, social, cognitive, satisfaction, and financial outcomes
• Oversee discharge planning and facilitate transitions to community settings
• Intervene, advocate, and facilitate care changes on the patient’s behalf
• Act as a liaison for multidisciplinary teams, external physicians, payors, and community agencies
• Identify and implement strategies to improve processes, reduce costs, and enhance patient care and business outcomes
• Other duties as assigned
Education Required: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN)
Experience Required: Five years professional nursing experience; one year of oncology or case management experience may reduce requirement to four years
Licensure/Certification Required: Current State of Texas Professional Nursing License (RN). American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
Licensure/Certification Preferred: Certification as a Case Manager
Refer to the Position Description for specific ADA requirements and working conditions.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
