Breast Cancer Nurse Navigators at the Providence Cancer Center
At Providence, our breast cancer nurse navigators understand how challenging a breast cancer diagnosis is for you and your family. Your nurse navigator provides one-on-one personal support, education and guidance throughout your care.
Breast Cancer Nurse Navigators at the Providence Cancer Center
At Providence, our breast cancer nurse navigators understand how challenging a breast cancer diagnosis is for you and your family. Your nurse navigator provides one-on-one personal support, education and guidance throughout your care.
Our nurse navigators stay by your side to provide assistance that can reduce your confusion and stress as you plan for your breast cancer care. This lets you:
- Focus on your treatment goals
- Make informed choices with your doctors
- Obtain timely access to other support services
Your breast cancer nurse navigator works with you throughout your treatment as you move toward healthy survivorship.
Nurse navigators:
- Coordinate services among medical providers
- Educate you and your family members about your type of breast cancer, treatments and wellness options
- Provide emotional and practical support
When you need it, your nurse navigator connects you to other oncology support team members and services, such as:
- American Cancer Society services
- ArtVenture
- Chaplain
- Dietician
- Financial counselor
- Genetic counselor
- Mental health counselor
- Oncology rehabilitation program
- Social worker
- Support groups and classes
- Susan Butcher Family Center