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Oncology Nurse Navigator jobs attract strong visa sponsorship from health systems and cancer centers, particularly through H-1B visa and EB-3 pathways. NCLEX licensure, oncology certification, and a U.S. employer willing to file are the three requirements that determine your timeline from offer to first day.
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If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.
ABOUT THE JOB
Changing the Future: Stanford Medicine leverages its resources as a premier academic institution to develop cutting-edge diagnostics and treatments and provide patients with the highest quality care. The Cancer Destination Service Line is a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center which serves patients across the world. Its robust network of seven clinical sites staffed by Stanford’s team of renowned surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and more enables care for the patient at locations that are convenient for them. Its mission of treating the whole patient through the comprehensive care navigation and supportive service programs address the entire patient experience through diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and beyond. You will be at the forefront of the ongoing innovations and initiatives which improve how Stanford delivers care and improves the lives of the patients it serves. Nurses in this department have opportunities to:
- Participate in new processes and establish the workflow.
- Grow the new research program.
- Deliver enhanced patient care and coordination.
- Grow the new program.
Be Part of a Tight Knit Team: Stanford Oncology Nurse Navigators work with a collaborative and supportive team from various disciplines such as admin staff, social workers, pharmacists, clinical research coordinators, APPs, and MDs to provide top tier care for patients and their understanding of the cancer center landscape throughout their treatment.
A Brief Overview
The Oncology Nurse Navigator is a licensed nurse who has experience in cancer clinical care coordination and care management. This position will optimize care coordination, patient experience and improve the clinical outcome for patients by providing nurse-led navigation throughout the patient journey from diagnosis to survivorship. The Oncology Nurse Navigator is responsible for collaborating with the physician and their clinical team, including but not limited to patient care coordinators, patient financial counselors, clinical research coordinators, social workers, genetic counselors, and other supportive care specialists in the cancer service line. The Navigator is part of an interdisciplinary team to triage the patient's clinical and supportive care needs and connect them to services that will benefit a holistic approach throughout their care continuum. This position fosters a relationship of trust with the patient and their caregiver(s), serves as the patient's clinical care advocate, as well as connects the care across the clinical teams taking care of the patient. Navigation activities that are developed in the cancer destination service line will need to be carefully monitored for facilitating shared decision-making, ensuring patient engagement, addressing the patient's needs, and facilitating communication that is in alignment with the patient's values and preferences across the clinical care journey.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensures the clinical care meets the guidelines as outlined in the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) and/or Stanford clinical care pathways, including clinical trials available across the Cancer DSL Network.
- Assess the education needs of the patient, providing the patient with disease-specific information including available clinical trials, treatment options, symptom management and supportive care programs.
- Addresses clinical and health system barriers to care and provisions of services to at-risk populations as identified by the nurse navigation tracking tools. Works in collaboration with social work and nutrition to address environmental barriers impacting the patients’ ability to adhere to their cancer care pathways as appropriate.
- Facilitates communication with all members of the cancer clinical care team and provides one-on-one oncology nurse navigation to address the mental, emotional, and physical needs of the patient, caregiver(s), and family.
- Focuses on clinically oriented referrals, second opinions, outside testing, local treatment options, and supportive care options in the community where the patient lives.
- Provides clinical care and educational materials in a culturally appropriate manner and facilitates additional services as needed to meet the cultural needs of the patient and their family.
- Screens and assesses for distress and refers to appropriate support services within the cancer destination service line and/or community.
- From diagnosis through treatment, survivorship, and/or palliation, strategic touchpoints with the patient will be performed following NCCN/Stanford quality guidelines implemented by the cancer destination service line.
- Helps support appropriate accreditation requirements within the Cancer DSL Cancer Centers and ensure that quality standards are met with the accreditation team (i.e, CoC, NAPBC, QOPI).
- Serves as Stanford Cancer DSL representative and liaison to academies and associations, including but not limited to Academy of Oncology Nurse and Patient Navigators (AONN), Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) and Oncology Nursing Society (ONS).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college/university, Required
- MS or MSN, Preferred
Experience Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of registered nurse experience, Required
- Minimum 2-3 years experience in oncology as a registered nurse, Required
- Experience with nurse navigation and/or ambulatory oncology case management, Preferred
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Clinical knowledge of the disease process, clinical trial information, symptom management, and appropriate cancer care services
- Knowledge of the overall cancer disease processes and treatment
- Knowledge of medical terminology required
- Ability to manage group processes and build an effective working relationship
- Requires strong problem-solving, decision-making, and critical-thinking skills
- Ability to implement professional and community-based education programs
- Experience with MS Office
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong follow-through abilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge in adult learning styles and various teaching methods: ability to deliver educational programs to staff and community.
- Experience with Epic EMR.
- Ability to integrate patient care with other members of the interdisciplinary health care team and provide direction or guidance to non-licensed personnel in the assigned area of responsibility to ensure quality care.
- Ability to develop materials involving graphics and tables.
Licenses and Certifications
- California Registered Nurse (RN) license-RN (Registered Nurse), Required
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Required
- Oncology Nurse Certification (OCN), Preferred
- Advanced Oncology Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (AOCNS), Preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS
Blood Borne Pathogens
- Category II - Tasks that involve NO exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks
SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience
Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.
You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:
- Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
- Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
- Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
COMPENSATION
- Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $81.59 - $108.12 per hour
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
LOCATION
0.0 FTE Part time Day - 08 Hour R2661581 Remote USA 107085020 Thoracic Oncology Blake Wilbur Nursing
Equal Opportunity Employer
Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.
INTRODUCTION
If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered.
ABOUT THE JOB
Changing the Future: Stanford Medicine leverages its resources as a premier academic institution to develop cutting-edge diagnostics and treatments and provide patients with the highest quality care. The Cancer Destination Service Line is a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center which serves patients across the world. Its robust network of seven clinical sites staffed by Stanford’s team of renowned surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and more enables care for the patient at locations that are convenient for them. Its mission of treating the whole patient through the comprehensive care navigation and supportive service programs address the entire patient experience through diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and beyond. You will be at the forefront of the ongoing innovations and initiatives which improve how Stanford delivers care and improves the lives of the patients it serves. Nurses in this department have opportunities to:
- Participate in new processes and establish the workflow.
- Grow the new research program.
- Deliver enhanced patient care and coordination.
- Grow the new program.
Be Part of a Tight Knit Team: Stanford Oncology Nurse Navigators work with a collaborative and supportive team from various disciplines such as admin staff, social workers, pharmacists, clinical research coordinators, APPs, and MDs to provide top tier care for patients and their understanding of the cancer center landscape throughout their treatment.
A Brief Overview
The Oncology Nurse Navigator is a licensed nurse who has experience in cancer clinical care coordination and care management. This position will optimize care coordination, patient experience and improve the clinical outcome for patients by providing nurse-led navigation throughout the patient journey from diagnosis to survivorship. The Oncology Nurse Navigator is responsible for collaborating with the physician and their clinical team, including but not limited to patient care coordinators, patient financial counselors, clinical research coordinators, social workers, genetic counselors, and other supportive care specialists in the cancer service line. The Navigator is part of an interdisciplinary team to triage the patient's clinical and supportive care needs and connect them to services that will benefit a holistic approach throughout their care continuum. This position fosters a relationship of trust with the patient and their caregiver(s), serves as the patient's clinical care advocate, as well as connects the care across the clinical teams taking care of the patient. Navigation activities that are developed in the cancer destination service line will need to be carefully monitored for facilitating shared decision-making, ensuring patient engagement, addressing the patient's needs, and facilitating communication that is in alignment with the patient's values and preferences across the clinical care journey.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensures the clinical care meets the guidelines as outlined in the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) and/or Stanford clinical care pathways, including clinical trials available across the Cancer DSL Network.
- Assess the education needs of the patient, providing the patient with disease-specific information including available clinical trials, treatment options, symptom management and supportive care programs.
- Addresses clinical and health system barriers to care and provisions of services to at-risk populations as identified by the nurse navigation tracking tools. Works in collaboration with social work and nutrition to address environmental barriers impacting the patients’ ability to adhere to their cancer care pathways as appropriate.
- Facilitates communication with all members of the cancer clinical care team and provides one-on-one oncology nurse navigation to address the mental, emotional, and physical needs of the patient, caregiver(s), and family.
- Focuses on clinically oriented referrals, second opinions, outside testing, local treatment options, and supportive care options in the community where the patient lives.
- Provides clinical care and educational materials in a culturally appropriate manner and facilitates additional services as needed to meet the cultural needs of the patient and their family.
- Screens and assesses for distress and refers to appropriate support services within the cancer destination service line and/or community.
- From diagnosis through treatment, survivorship, and/or palliation, strategic touchpoints with the patient will be performed following NCCN/Stanford quality guidelines implemented by the cancer destination service line.
- Helps support appropriate accreditation requirements within the Cancer DSL Cancer Centers and ensure that quality standards are met with the accreditation team (i.e, CoC, NAPBC, QOPI).
- Serves as Stanford Cancer DSL representative and liaison to academies and associations, including but not limited to Academy of Oncology Nurse and Patient Navigators (AONN), Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) and Oncology Nursing Society (ONS).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Education Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college/university, Required
- MS or MSN, Preferred
Experience Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of registered nurse experience, Required
- Minimum 2-3 years experience in oncology as a registered nurse, Required
- Experience with nurse navigation and/or ambulatory oncology case management, Preferred
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Clinical knowledge of the disease process, clinical trial information, symptom management, and appropriate cancer care services
- Knowledge of the overall cancer disease processes and treatment
- Knowledge of medical terminology required
- Ability to manage group processes and build an effective working relationship
- Requires strong problem-solving, decision-making, and critical-thinking skills
- Ability to implement professional and community-based education programs
- Experience with MS Office
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong follow-through abilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge in adult learning styles and various teaching methods: ability to deliver educational programs to staff and community.
- Experience with Epic EMR.
- Ability to integrate patient care with other members of the interdisciplinary health care team and provide direction or guidance to non-licensed personnel in the assigned area of responsibility to ensure quality care.
- Ability to develop materials involving graphics and tables.
Licenses and Certifications
- California Registered Nurse (RN) license-RN (Registered Nurse), Required
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Required
- Oncology Nurse Certification (OCN), Preferred
- Advanced Oncology Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (AOCNS), Preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS
Blood Borne Pathogens
- Category II - Tasks that involve NO exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks
SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience
Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.
You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family’s perspective:
- Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
- Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
- Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination
COMPENSATION
- Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $81.59 - $108.12 per hour
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.
LOCATION
0.0 FTE Part time Day - 08 Hour R2661581 Remote USA 107085020 Thoracic Oncology Blake Wilbur Nursing
Equal Opportunity Employer
Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Oncology Nurse Navigator Jobs
Get your CGFNS credentials evaluated early
Foreign nursing credentials must be evaluated before most U.S. employers will file a petition. Start the CGFNS VisaScreen process well before job searching, as incomplete credential evaluations are the most common reason offers fall through for internationally trained nurses.
Target NCI-designated cancer centers first
National Cancer Institute-designated cancer centers sponsor Oncology Nurse Navigators at higher rates than community hospitals. These institutions typically have in-house immigration teams and established PERM labor certification pipelines, which shortens your path to an EB-3 green card considerably.
Search verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with confirmed H-1B and EB-3 LCA filing history for oncology nursing roles. This filters out health systems that post navigator jobs but lack the infrastructure to actually sponsor a visa, saving weeks of back-and-forth during outreach.
Clarify oncology certification requirements before applying
Many navigator postings require OCN or CBCN certification, but sponsoring employers vary on whether you must hold it at hire or within your first year. Confirm this in writing before accepting an offer, since certification timelines can affect your H-1B specialty occupation documentation.
Ask HR whether the role is cap-exempt
Hospitals affiliated with nonprofit research institutions or universities may qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, letting you start without waiting for the annual lottery. Confirm the employer's cap-exempt status during the offer stage, since it directly affects your start date and filing timeline.
Verify prevailing wage tier before the LCA is filed
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application certifying your wage meets DOL prevailing wage levels. Run your location and experience level through the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offered salary hits at least Wage Level II before the LCA is submitted, so there are no surprises.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which visa types are realistic for Oncology Nurse Navigator sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common nonimmigrant path, since navigator roles require a BSN and clinical specialization that satisfy the specialty occupation standard. EB-3 skilled worker is the primary green card route, requiring PERM labor certification from your employer. If you hold TN visa-eligible credentials and are Canadian or Mexican, that pathway is not available for nursing roles, as RN is not on the USMCA profession list.
Does an Oncology Nurse Navigator role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
Yes. USCIS evaluates specialty occupation based on whether the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Oncology Nurse Navigator positions consistently require a BSN plus oncology clinical experience, and many postings specify OCN or CBCN certification, which strengthens the specialty occupation argument in an H-1B petition.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor Oncology Nurse Navigator visas?
Search Migrate Mate for verified employers with LCA filing history in oncology nursing. Not all health systems that post navigator roles have active sponsorship infrastructure, so starting with employers who have an established track record is the most efficient approach.
What documents do internationally trained nurses need before an employer can file an H-1B?
You'll need a CGFNS VisaScreen certificate, a state nursing license or authorization to test, official transcripts showing your BSN or equivalent, and documentation of any oncology certifications. Your employer's immigration counsel typically also needs a credential equivalency evaluation confirming your foreign degree meets U.S. BSN standards before filing Form I-129 with USCIS.
Can an Oncology Nurse Navigator switch employers while on H-1B status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability, you can start working for a new employer once they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, without waiting for USCIS to approve it. The new employer must file before your current status expires. Because navigator roles vary significantly by institution, confirm the new role still meets specialty occupation requirements before initiating the transfer.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Oncology Nurse Navigator jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.