About MultiCare Cancer Institute
MultiCare Cancer Institute is a physician-led, multi-specialty group within MultiCare Health System, delivering integrated hematology, oncology, radiation, surgical and supportive care across Washington state. Each year, we diagnose and treat more than 6,000 new cancer cases across Olympia, Spokane, Tacoma and Yakima.
We bring together advanced pathology, imaging and evidence-based treatment with holistic supportive services to provide personalized, high-quality cancer care. As we continue to grow, we are building the Pacific Northwest’s most comprehensive and high-value oncology network—projected to double in volume over the next five years.
FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day Schedule: Clinic hours
Position Summary
The Nurse Navigator RN is a multi-faceted opportunity providing comprehensive services to patients throughout our health care continuum. Working within hybrid roles of registered nurse, case manager and patient liaison, this dynamic role offers you the room to self-direct and prioritize.As Nurse Navigator RN at MultiCare, you will utilize your advanced knowledge and specialized skill sets to oversee the clinical, quality and cost-effective outcomes of our patient population.
Responsibilities
- You will organize patient care by prioritizing, delegating, delivering, and evaluating on an ongoing
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- You will engage your critical thinking skills in making decisions regarding patient care, including knowledge and integration of relevant standards, resources, and data
- You will utilize the knowledge base of nursing education and experience to deliver nursing care using the nursing process according to policies, procedures, and protocols
- Collaborate with the nursing team to facilitate overall improvement in quality of care, patient experience, and cost reduction
- Foster a learning environment for patients/families, nursing staff, and other members of the healthcare team
- Advocate for ethical and holistic care promoting the autonomy, dignity, and health of patients from diverse ethnic and social background
- Track key quality metrics using nationally recognized benchmarks where applicable
- Lead care team initiatives to improve processes, and outcomes aligned with the quadruple aim: patient experience, population health, reduce costs, and clinician wellbeing
- Address non-clinical barriers by connecting patients with community services
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing, or RN with 15+ years of experience may be considered in lieu of education requirement (Employees hired before 11/30/2025 will be exempt from this requirement)
- Advanced degree in Nursing (MSN, PhD, DNP, ARNP) preferred
- Current Registered Nurse license in Washington State or Multistate License endorsement (MLS)
- Certification specific to area of hiring, highly desirable. Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN), Certified Case Manager (CCMC), Accredited Case Manager (ACMA), Care Coordination and Transition Management (AAACN), Ambulatory Care Nursing (AAACN), or similar.
- Three to five (3-5) years of recent clinical experience in area of specialty required
- Current BLS certification
Why MultiCare Cancer Institute?
Patient-centered care – Our oncology specialists, nurse navigators and support teams guide each patient with compassion, clarity and seamless coordination through every stage of their cancer journey
Mission-driven impact – We’re dedicated to delivering high-value, personalized cancer care that truly makes a difference for the individuals and communities we serve
Excellence at every level – We uphold rigorous standards for quality, safety and clinical expertise to ensure the best outcomes for our patients
Values you can feel – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration shape how we care for patients — and how we support one another as caregivers
Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $121,118.40 - $197,579.20 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing, or RN with 15 or more years of experience in lieu of the degree requirement
- Current Registered Nurse license in Washington State or Multistate License endorsement
- Three to five years of recent clinical experience in the specialty area
- Current Basic Life Support certification
- Advanced degree in Nursing such as MSN, PhD, DNP, or ARNP
- Certification specific to the hiring area, such as Oncology Certified Nurse, Certified Case Manager, Accredited Case Manager, Care Coordination and Transition Management, or Ambulatory Care Nursing certification
MultiCare Health System Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about MultiCare Health System and has not been reviewed or approved by MultiCare Health System.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical and pharmacy coverage is anchored to First Choice Health with integrated pharmacy and tiered networks, and eligibility begins the first of the month after hire. Using Tier 1/MultiCare providers is positioned to deliver the highest coverage levels and lower out-of-pocket costs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is described as generous and used for vacation, holidays, and short illness days. Company-facing descriptions present this breadth as a notable plus.
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Retirement Support — Multiple retirement programs are available (403(b), 401(a)/401(k), and a defined-benefit/cash-balance component in recent plan booklets), with the 403(b) administered by Empower since 2019. Public postings indicate broad access to employer-supported retirement savings.
MultiCare Health System Insights
What We Do
MultiCare Health System is a not-for-profit health care organization based in Tacoma, Washington, providing hospital, clinic, primary care, specialty, emergency, and urgent care services across the state.
