Nurse Navigator

Sarah Bush Lincoln•Greenville, SC

1d•$35 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Navigator serves as a consistent care coordinator ensuring timely access and seamless coordination of services throughout the continuum of care, from diagnosis through survivorship. The Nurse Navigator will meet with the patient and their support systems to provide emotional support and guidance. As a single point of contact, the Nurse Navigator will provide medical information, education, and share knowledge regarding internal and external support services and resources.

Requirements

ADN (Required)
BLS or CPR certification (within 90 days of hire)
RN-Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

Responsibilities

Provides education and information to the patient and family. Initiates and documents patient teaching, including family and significant others, based on assessment of needs.
Relays information between provider(s) and client(s), which may include but is not limited to communications with patients, families, pharmacies, nursing homes, office staff, insurers, and facilities. At provider’s instruction, communicates provider advice, instructions, orders and results, as applicable, including accurate documentation of exchanges.
Schedules patients for diagnostic, therapeutic, referral, or additional office visits.
Serves as a resource for community educational events, such as health fairs, screenings, symposiums, and lectures.
Supports the patient during difficult decision-making periods. Assists in coordination of end-of-life care for patient and provides emotional support.