Registered Nurse, Navigator Cognitive Care

Regions Hospital & RHSC•Saint Paul, MN

12d•$41 - $61•Hybrid

About The Position

The Cognitive Care Nurse Navigator serves as a patient advocate and care coordinator for individuals with cognitive/memory diagnosis. This role provides clinical guidance, emotional support, and logistical assistance throughout the continuum of care; from diagnosis through treatment, including disease modifying therapy. The Nurse Navigator works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely access to services, reduce barriers to care, and optimize patient outcomes and satisfaction. They will ensure that patients and caregivers experience a safe, efficient, and supportive process across the entire treatment pathway.

Requirements

Graduated from an accredited school of nursing (RN).
Associate’s degree in nursing
Two years of nursing experience in neurology
Current Registered Nurse license in either the state of Minnesota or Wisconsin upon hire. Must provide proof of application for alternate state license prior to start and obtain the second license within 30 days of hire. Both Minnesota and Wisconsin RN licenses must be maintained.
Current BLS provider status in accordance with American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines. Online only is not accepted.

Responsibilities

Serves as a patient advocate and care coordinator for individuals with cognitive/memory diagnosis.
Provides clinical guidance, emotional support, and logistical assistance throughout the continuum of care; from diagnosis through treatment, including disease modifying therapy.
Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely access to services, reduce barriers to care, and optimize patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Ensures that patients and caregivers experience a safe, efficient, and supportive process across the entire treatment pathway.