Breast Navigator (RN)

Medical University of South Carolina•Florence, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Breast Imaging Patient Navigator serves as a key member of the breast care team, providing coordinated, compassionate support to patients throughout their diagnostic and treatment journey. This role ensures timely scheduling, clear communication, and seamless navigation between imaging, pathology, and specialty services. The ideal candidate is organized, patient focused, and skilled at guiding individuals through complex medical pathways with empathy and professionalism.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing and a minimum of three years related clinical nursing experience required.
Master of Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in lieu of BSN.
Considerable knowledge of complex medical terminology and advanced disease processes.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to delegate to appropriate personnel.
Ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships both internally and externally.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to rapidly prioritize/reprioritize.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work autonomously and in teams.
Critical-thinking skills.
Ability to multi-task.
Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a clinical or patient-facing healthcare role preferred.
Oncology nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Contact patients requiring diagnostic mammography, ultrasound, or breast MRI to schedule appointments.
Reach out to patients scheduled for breast biopsies to provide instructions, answer questions, and prepare them for their procedure.
Meet patients upon arrival for their biopsy to offer support, ensure understanding of the process, and serve as a consistent point of contact.
Review pathology results and document findings for radiologist review.
Conduct follow-up calls with patients after biopsy procedures to assess recovery, address concerns, and provide next steps.
Maintain and track all follow-up needs to ensure continuity of care.
Guide patients to appropriate next steps based on results, including High-Risk Clinic referrals (TC Score), surgical consultations, and oncology services.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely and efficient care transitions.