Registered Nurse - Cardiothoracic Navigator - $85,000
MASC Medical•Everglades City, FL
•$85,000 - $85,000•Onsite
About The Position
The RN Navigator Cardiothoracic Surgery works independently to plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care in patient care situations. This role adheres to standards of care, policy, and procedure, and collaborates with the CT Surgery department and other members of the CT Surgery Team. The position provides direct nursing care to patients, assumes teaching and leadership responsibilities for CT Surgery patients, and participates in shared decision making, referrals, and pre and post CT Surgery care.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in cardiac care required.
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Florida.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Communication and Problem-Solving skills and ability to maintain flexibility.
- Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.
Nice To Haves
- BSN preferred.
Responsibilities
- Works directly with Cardiac Surgeons/PA’s to provide care to CT Surgery patients.
- Coordinates the referral process and introduction of patients into the CT Surgery Program.
- Employs patient teaching to promote health and safety.
- Evaluates progress toward outcomes.
- Practices ethically.
- Receives incoming referrals from physicians and hospitals and responds quickly to ensure rapid access into the system.
- Triage referrals according to written criteria to assure those patients’ needs are met on a priority level.
- Communicates back to referring physicians and hospitals the plans for acceptance into the program in an effective manner.
- Helps coordinate patient out to tertiary care centers as needed.
- Educates the patient and family regarding the referral process, steps of evaluation, and keeps patient and family informed throughout the entire process.
- Demonstrates leadership in the professional practice setting.
- Collaborates with patient, family, the inter-professional team, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.
- Utilizes appropriate resources to plan and provide nursing services that are safe, effective, and financially responsible.
Benefits
- Up to $85,000 annually depending on experience
- Full Benefit Package
- Potential Sign on and Relocation bonus available for qualifying RNs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
