LPN - Nurse Navigator Licensed Practical Nurse - STAIR - Lung Nodule Program

Geisinger • Work from home (Pennsylvania), PA

5d • Remote

About The Position

This is a work-from-home position for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performing duties as a patient navigator. The role involves guiding incoming calls, facilitating the entry of new patients into the STAIR - Lung Nodule Program, providing patient education, promoting understanding of their condition, and ensuring ongoing continuity of care. The Nurse Navigator is expected to function as part of a team, utilizing clinical skills to support providers and patients in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions. Candidates must reside in Pennsylvania.

Requirements

• Candidates must live in Pennsylvania.
• A minimum of 2 years LPN work experience is required.
• Licensed Practical Nurse - Default Issuing BodyDefault Issuing Body
• Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required)
• Minimum of 2 years-Nursing (Required)
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Customer Service
• Multitasking
• Teamwork

Responsibilities

• Utilizes clinical knowledge to determine actions necessary to facilitate patient introduction to the program.
• Performs and documents evaluation of patients needs primarily by telephone or review of documentation.
• Effectively collaborates with other healthcare providers in coordinating and implementing the patients plan of care, to include evaluation, treatment, and surveillance.
• Effectively communicates with patient via mail, telephone, and in person regarding information pertinent to their care.
• Assures pertinent patient information is received and available for provider interaction with patient.
• Coordinates patient needs for the program.
• Serves as the point of contact for providers.
• Coordinates patient activities, such as support groups, educational series, as appropriate.
• Provides limited patient and family education based on individual needs either in person or by telephone.
• Coordinates patient activities through available support services, as appropriate.
• Maintains systems and processes sufficient to assure timely follow-up and surveillance of patients for both Programs.
• Serves as a liaison with Scheduling Services to ensure appropriate scheduling of patients.
• Develops and implements patient screening tools and efficient clinic procedures.
• Assists in the development and implementation of efficient patient navigational procedures.
• Investigates patient concerns including appointment access, communication, and billing.
• Maintains clinical supply inventory.
• Responsible for conducting medical record reviews to report findings to physician specialist.
• Provides nursing care and assists physician and procedures.
• Routinely inspects and observes condition and operation of equipment to ensure proper operation and identify the need for preventive and corrective maintenance per guideline.
• Performs 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
• healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree