Supporting cancer patients in their hour of need.
Trucking Employees of North Jersey has partnered with CancerNavigator to offer a unique support service to members and dependents on the TENJ Health Plan.
1:1 Support for Patients and their Families
Your dedicated Nurse Navigator, Andrea, can help you:
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Find great experts for care
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Schedule appointments quickly
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Find convenient transportation
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Manage medication and side effects
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Identify potential financial assistance
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Locate support groups and resources
Meet Andrea,
your TENJ Nurse Navigator.
Andrea is an Oncology Certified Nurse with over 17 years of experience in oncology. For the past 10 years, Andrea has worked as a nurse navigator, helping patients and their families navigate the complexities of a cancer diagnosis and treatment.
“I have a deep passion for patient education and consider it an honor to build trust with individuals during such a vulnerable and often frightening time in their lives. My goal is always to provide clear information, compassionate support, and a steady presence through every stage of care. I truly believe that being there for patients, both emotionally and clinically, can make a meaningful difference in their journey.”
- Andrea, RN, OCN
Patient Testimonials
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"I feel very lucky to have this service because I'm single and I live alone. When you're going through the scariest time in your life by yourself, you are not alone with CancerNavigator."
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“The CancerNavigator personnel are friendly, sympathetic, and genuinely concerned about the well-being of their patients which was very comforting. The information provided was very useful."
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“The surgeon that was recommended was everything and more. In time of questions, CancerNavigator is here for you!”
Our Process
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Speak with your Nurse Navigator
Your Nurse Navigator will learn about your clinical situation to understand how we can best help you and your family.
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Receive personalized resources
Your Nurse Navigator will create personalized recommendations, assist with appointment scheduling, and help you find the resources you need.
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Access lifetime support
TENJ covers lifetime access to CancerNavigator at no cost to you. You can reach out to the CancerNavigator team at any time for assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions
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CancerNavigator is a third-party service that is offered to you on behalf of your TENJ Health Plan. CancerNavigator helps patients understand their clinical situation, access appointments with great doctors, and more.
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No. CancerNavigator works alongside TENJ and your insurance company but we are a separate service.
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For Trucking Employees of North Jersey, eligibility is defined as all members and dependents on the TENJ health plan.
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No. We support patients who are undergoing testing related to potential cancer, newly diagnosed, currently in treatment, in survivorship, or in follow-up care.
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No. We can provide resources and information to complement your current care plan.
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To get in touch with your Nurse Navigator, call (551) 465-6466.
