Clinical Nurse - Ambulatory Navigator
About The Position
The Clinical Nurse - Ambulatory Navigator coordinates care for assigned patients and develops comprehensive plans to manage care across the patient care continuum. The nurse partners with patients and their primary physicians to create personalized care plans based on individual needs and preferences, and collaborates with physicians, nurses, health professionals, social workers, and others to ensure timely delivery of tests and treatments. The role advocates for patients while balancing care needs and financial considerations to support efficient, effective treatment and resource use. LifeCare is a multidisciplinary adult outpatient HIV clinic at Methodist Hospital. The incumbent provides ambulatory nursing care, including clinical assessment, triage, and care coordination, both in person and through phone or messaging.
Requirements
- Associate of Nursing (ASN).
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Indiana or a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Knowledge of personal computers, word processing, and database software.
- Understanding of medical terminology, medical record requirements, regulations, and policies.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Nursing (BSN).
- Three to five years of clinical work experience.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate care needs for assigned patients and develop comprehensive care plans across the continuum of care.
- Partner with patients and primary physicians to create customized care strategies based on individual needs.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure timely delivery of tests and treatments.
- Advocate for patients to ensure their care needs are met efficiently and effectively.
- Balance clinical care with financial considerations to optimize treatment outcomes and resource utilization.
- Provide ambulatory nursing care, including clinical assessment, triage, and care coordination in person and via phone or message.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
- Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
- Supportive environment committed to clinical excellence and staff empowerment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
