Per Diem Oncology Nurse Navigator - Westbrook
Company: New England Cancer Specialists
Location: Topsham
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description New England Cancer Specialists
(NECS) is currently seeking Per Diem RN Care Manager known
internally as Nurse Navigators to work directly with physician led
teams in our Westbrook Clinic . Experience in oncology, preferred.
RNs with ED experience, Acute Care management, or with a strong
desire to work in oncology are encouraged to apply. Willing to
train dedicated RNs with a willingness to learn. RN Care
Managers/Nurse Navigators use oncology clinical knowledge to offer
individualized care to patients, families, and caregivers to help
navigate along the health care continuum. They provide nursing
assessments and the triage of patient care needs over the phone and
in the office. Offering advice and counsel to patients as well as
advising physicians of patient needs and recommended interventions.
They work collaboratively with physicians, APP's, RN peers, Patient
Care Coordinators, and other clinical and non-clinical personal
within and outside the practice. NECS is a private medical practice
composed of 18 oncologists and hematologists serving the region
from 6 different locations in Maine and New Hampshire. Our mission
is to make life better for people with cancer and blood disorders.
Kindness, compassion, and respect are part of everything that we do
- from our phone operators to our physicians, every person on our
team is important, and everyone makes a difference. . Essential
Duties and Responsibilities: Point of contact for referring
physicians, patients, and caregivers to assist with patient
scheduling and coordination of care. Assist physicians; conduct
patient assessments. Receive patient telephone calls and intervene
appropriately for that patient's specific needs promptly. Alert
physician as needed to patient needs that require physician
intervention. Follow up with patients as needed by telephone, to
ensure compliance with treatment guidelines and to evaluate
changing or uncertain clinical situations. Draw blood from ports,
central lines, and peripheral IV access. Perform other procedures
as needed. Ensures follow-up appointments and tests/procedures are
scheduled for patients. Maintain patient care standards and assures
that patient care functions, such as assessment, treatment, and
documentation are completed safely and effectively. Maintain open
and effective communication with all physicians, employees, and
vendors. Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences,
in-services and continuing education programs, national and
regional professional organizations, and community-sponsored
programs specific to Oncology and Hematology. Incorporates
evidence-based research into clinical practice and provide
recommendations on practice clinical policies and processes to
practice Directors Coordinate patient care responsibilities within
the scope of the practice for licensed and unlicensed health care
providers. Demonstrates respect for the life, dignity, and rights
of all persons. Travel: Rare. Licensed Nurse within the State of
Maine required 2-5 years plus nursing professional experience
required. Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred. Two years of
Hematology/Chemotherapy/Oncology nursing experience preferred OCN
Certification Preferred Must have ONS Chemotherapy & Bio-therapy
Certification or have the ability to get certification within 3
months of employment supported through the orientation process.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and
staff Must be detail-oriented, have strong follow-up skills, and be
able to manage multiple priorities.
Keywords: New England Cancer Specialists, Portland , Per Diem Oncology Nurse Navigator - Westbrook, Healthcare , Topsham, Maine