Eip Clinical Navigator

Cooper University Hospital • Camden, NJ

6h

About The Position

The EIP Clinical Navigator serves as a point person for newly identified and re-engaged HIV-infected individuals enrolling in medical care services. Working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary medical care team, the navigator provides patient education, care coordination, and support to promote successful linkage, retention, and engagement in care. The role includes connecting patients with medical and social services, addressing barriers to care, conducting outreach, and serving as a patient advocate and resource navigator.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience providing HIV prevention or care services to people living with HIV; hospital nursing care of HIV-infected persons is also applicable.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN), or a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or public health.
• Current New Jersey RN license.
• New Jersey Division of HIV, STD, and TB Services (DHSTS) certified HIV counselor credential.
• DHSTS clinical navigator training; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients on HIV, treatment adherence, and risk reduction.
• Coordinate care and link patients to services such as case management, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), behavioral health, and social services.
• Conduct partner services, including contact tracing and HIV testing.
• Perform needs assessments and address barriers to care, including housing, transportation, and mental health needs.
• Build supportive relationships to promote care engagement and retention.
• Conduct outreach in hospitals, community settings, and jails to connect patients with care.
• Act as an advocate and resource navigator for patients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED