Jodi Torok
RWJBH
Middlesex,NJ
29
years of professional experience
Experienced healthcare professional with strong background in oncology patient navigation. Demonstrates exceptional skills in patient education, care coordination, and clinical assessment. Known for fostering collaboration within multidisciplinary teams and adapting to evolving patient needs. Consistently delivers outcomes-driven care with empathy and professionalism.
Work History
Oncology Nurse Navigator
7 Years 8 Months- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and address complex cases.
- Coordinated patient care plans, ensuring seamless transitions between treatment phases.
- Streamlined navigation processes, enhancing efficiency in scheduling and follow-up appointments.
- Mentored junior nurse navigators, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing.
- Advocated for the needs and preferences of patients during interdisciplinary team meetings to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Increased patient adherence to treatment plans by building strong rapport and trust with patients and their families.
- Educated patients on side effect management strategies, empowering them to take control of their health during treatment.
- Streamlined patient navigation through complex healthcare systems by coordinating appointments, tests, and treatments for optimal efficiency.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing emotional support, education, and resources throughout the cancer treatment process.
- Provided timely referrals to appropriate specialists or support services when necessary for comprehensive patient care.
Clinical Nurse Educator
4 Years 3 Months- Developed and implemented educational programs for nursing staff, enhancing clinical competencies.
- Mentored nursing staff in advanced clinical skills, promoting professional growth and development.
- Facilitated workshops on evidence-based practices to improve patient care standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create orientation materials for new nurses.
- Evaluated educational needs through assessments, tailoring content to improve knowledge retention.
- Evaluated clinical staff performance, identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback to drive continuous growth.
- Supported departmental goals by aligning educational programs with organizational objectives.
- Improved nursing competency through the creation and delivery of targeted training sessions and workshops.
- Developed and implemented educational programs for nursing staff to enhance clinical competencies.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions on evidence-based practices and patient care strategies.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new hires, resulting in decreased time to full productivity.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure consistent patient care and education across various departments.
- Coordinated continuing education events, connecting nurses with relevant resources to advance their expertise within their respective fields.
Adjunct Faculty Nursing Clinical Instructor
10 Years 4 Months- Facilitated hands-on clinical experiences to bridge theory with practice in diverse healthcare settings.
- Mentored nursing students, providing guidance on patient care practices and professional development.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, ensuring adherence to academic standards and competencies.
- Developed and implemented nursing curriculum for clinical instruction to enhance student learning outcomes.
Clinical Nurse Educator
1 Year 6 Months- Mentored nursing staff in advanced clinical skills, promoting professional growth and development.
- Evaluated training effectiveness through feedback and assessments, ensuring continuous improvement of programs.
- Assisted in the design of simulation exercises, enhancing hands-on learning experiences for clinical staff members.
- Developed comprehensive competency assessments, effectively measuring nursing staff knowledge and skill levels.
- Enhanced patient care outcomes by developing and implementing targeted nursing education programs.
- Led initiatives to integrate technology into nursing education, streamlining access to resources.
Hospice Admissions Nurse
4 Months- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine eligibility for hospice services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Streamlined admission processes, enhancing efficiency and patient experience.
- Educated patients and families on hospice care options and benefits.
Education Coordinator
3 Months- Developed and implemented educational programs enhancing patient care and staff training.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary meetings to align educational objectives with organizational goals.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new employees, increasing efficiency in training delivery.
- Designed assessment tools to evaluate program effectiveness and improve learning outcomes.
Clinical Coordinator/Operations Manger
1 Year- Coordinated patient care initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery.
- Implemented electronic health record systems to streamline documentation processes and improve data accessibility.
- Reviewed patient medical records and selected data to upload into patients' electronic medical records.
- Performed quality reviews of patient electronic medical records to ensure accuracy of data.
- Followed HIPAA and state and federal guidelines for privacy standards.
Staff Nurse-Various Units
15 Years- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal care and safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options for improved outcomes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering skill development and enhancing team performance.
- Served as staff nurse on various Medical-Surgical Nursing Units
- Served as night charge nurse for 40 bed in-patient Oncology unit from 2001-2006.
- Responsible for supervision of nurses, nursing assistants and unit secretaries while providing continuous care to patient.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honors Soicety of Nursing
ANCC Gerontological Nursing Certification - Gerontological Nursing
ANCC Medical-Surgical Certification - Medical-Surgical Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Skills
Care coordination
Palliative care
Psychosocial support
Patient education
ELNEC certified trainer
BLS/ACLS certified
Cerner/McKesson/SCM/EPIC
Learning management system
Microsoft office 365
Healthstream
NICHE Coordinator
Magnet writer
Accomplishments
- May 2026 interviewed by Alliance for Equity in Cancer Cancer for their May Blog entitled: The dual heart of May: How Oncology nurse navigators at Academic Medical Centers care for themselves so they can care for others
- June 2018 recipient of the PROUD Empowerment Award as part of the RWJUH Somerset Nurse Educators Group
- May 2018 Nominated for Nursing Excellence Award in Transformational Leadership
-June 2017 Presented "Taking Care of Cancer Patients" to a group of EMT Junior cadets at RWJ Somerset
- April 2017 Presented, "Can You Hear Me Now" at the 2017 NICHE conference in Austin, TX
- October 2016 Poster presentation, " Enhancing Nurses' Understanding of Geriatric Loss through Simulation" at 2016 ANCC Magnet Conference in Orlando, FL
-September 2016 Presented ,"Aerobics for the Mind" as a Community Outreach Program
- June 2016 Presented "Aging Brain-Ways to keep our brains Healthy as we age and signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and Dementia" to Community Senior Citizens
- June 2016 Poster Presentation, "Enhancing Nurses' Understanding of Geriatric Loss through Simulation" at NICHE conference for Meridian Health System, NJ
-April 2016 Poster Presentation, "Enhancing Nurses' Understanding of Geriatric Loss through Simulation" at the 2016 NICHE conference in Chicago, IL
Affiliations
New Jersey League of Nurses
American Red Cross and American Heart Association
American Nursing Association
Timeline
Oncology Nurse Navigator
RWJBH
01.2019 - CurrentRead More
Clinical Nurse Educator
RWJ University Hospital Somerset
10.2014 - 01.2019Read More
Clinical Nurse Educator
RWJ Rahway
04.2013 - 10.2014Read More
Hospice Admissions Nurse
Vitas Innovative Hospice Care
09.2012 - 01.2013Read More
Education Coordinator
Kindred Hospital Morris County
06.2012 - 09.2012Read More
Clinical Coordinator/Operations Manger
Zweena, LLC
06.2011 - 06.2012Read More
Adjunct Faculty Nursing Clinical Instructor
RVCC
08.2006 - 12.2016Read More
Staff Nurse-Various Units
Saint Peter's University Hospital
06.1997 - 06.2012Read More
ANCC
ANCC Gerontological Nursing Certification from Gerontological Nursing
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University of Phoenix
Master of Science from Nursing
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ANCC
ANCC Medical-Surgical Certification from Medical-Surgical Nursing
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Misericordia University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Kings College
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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