Role of the Navigator

Advocating for Your Patients

Katie Narvarte and JaLisa Boyd discuss how they advocate for the patient and communicate the patient's needs to the rest of the healthcare team.

Working with the Health Care Team

Lisa August discusses how she works in a team setting.

Defining the Role of the Navigator

Mandi Pratt-Chapman helps clarify the roles of the nurse navigator, patient navigator, and social worker, and how they all work together to further the needs to the patient and the institution.

Being Clear on Your Role as a Navigator

Danelle Johnston explains why it’s important for navigators to define their role, create boundaries, and establish trust with physicians.

Navigators: The Hub of the Cancer Care Team

Lillie Shockney describes how navigators interface with various members of the multidisciplinary cancer care team.

What Does a Navigator Do?

Lillie Shockney explains the myriad of responsibilities that fall under the umbrella of nurse and/or patient navigation.

Why Navigators Should Attend Tumor Boards

The oncology nurse navigator is often the hub of tumor boards, and Lillie Shockney explains why it is crucial for navigators to attend these meetings.

How Navigators Support Their Patients

Sharon Gentry explains how nurse and patient navigators have a unique role in helping patients through their cancer journeys.

Representing the Needs of the Patient

Sharon Gentry describes how navigators work with the cancer care team and advocate for their patients.

Dealing with Pushback from the Cancer Care Team

Sharon Gentry talks about how to manage pushback from the cancer care team, including how to communicate with the patient and how to potentially overcome barriers to care.