LPN - Nurse Navigator Licensed Practical Nurse - Neurology

Geisinger•Danville, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger is working to create a national model for improving health, focusing on bringing services that improve every facet of life to drive total health, inside and out. The organization fosters an innovative culture through professional growth, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration, allowing nurses to grow their skillsets, develop their practice, and leverage their experience for a rewarding career. The Nurse Navigator, functioning in a spirit of teamwork, is accountable for delivering care utilizing skills learned in both clinic and didactic settings. This role provides clinical support to providers and patients to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions. This is a full-time position, 40 hours weekly, with 8-hour shifts from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years LPN work experience
Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse certification
Communication skills
Computer Literacy
Customer Service skills
Multitasking ability
Teamwork skills

Responsibilities

Perform duties as a patient navigator guiding incoming calls and facilitating entrance of new patients into the program.
Provide patient education, promote an understanding of the condition, and provide ongoing continuity of care for patients.
Assist other team members on the unit.
Utilize clinical knowledge to determine actions necessary to facilitate patient introduction to the program.
Perform and document evaluation of patients' needs primarily by telephone or review of documentation.
Effectively collaborate with other healthcare providers in coordinating and implementing the patient's plan of care, to include evaluation, treatment, and surveillance.
Effectively communicate with patient via mail, telephone, and in person regarding information pertinent to their care.
Assure pertinent patient information is received and available for provider interaction with patient.
Coordinate patient needs for the program.
Serve as the point of contact for providers.
Coordinate patient activities, such as support groups, educational series, as appropriate.
Provide limited patient and family education based on individual needs either in person or by telephone.
Coordinate patient activities through available support services, as appropriate.
Maintain systems and processes sufficient to assure timely follow-up and surveillance of patients for both Programs.
Serve as a liaison with Scheduling Services to ensure appropriate scheduling of patients.
Develop and implement patient screening tools and efficient clinic procedures.
Assist in the development and implementation of efficient patient navigational procedures.
Investigate patient concerns including appointment access, communication, and billing.
Maintain clinical supply inventory.
Be responsible for conducting medical record reviews to report findings to physician specialist.
Provide nursing care and assist physician and procedures.
Routinely inspect and observe condition and operation of equipment to ensure proper operation and identify the need for preventive and corrective maintenance per guideline.
Perform ongoing maintenance of exam and treatment rooms.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Three medical plan choices, including expanded network options
Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA)
Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous PTO that accrues quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives
Family-friendly support: adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and Care.com membership
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals, and more
Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more