Registered Nurse Navigator (RN) - Cardiac Clinic-CHVH North
About The Position
The Registered Nurse Navigator for Cardiothoracic Surgery acts as a single point of contact and a personal guide or liaison for patients undergoing cardiac surgery. They coordinate care, educate patients and families, facilitate communication among the healthcare team, and provide ongoing support throughout the patient's journey, from pre-op preparations to post-op recovery. This role helps improve patient outcomes and experience by ensuring seamless care transitions and increasing patient understanding and adherence to treatment plans. The office is located on the north side in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Requirements
- Graduate of National League for Nursing (NLN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), or National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA) accredited school of nursing, or three years of related professional nursing experience.
- Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid license to practice in the state of Indiana as listed in the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
- Two years or more of nursing experience required.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent team skills.
- Compassionate and caring.
- Accountable and self-directed.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Cardiology or surgery experience preferred.
- Experience in care coordination or patient navigation preferred.
- EPIC experience a plus.
Responsibilities
- Acts as a single point of contact and a personal guide or liaison for patients undergoing cardiac surgery.
- Coordinates care.
- Educates patients and families.
- Facilitates communication among the healthcare team.
- Provides ongoing support throughout the patient's journey, from pre-op preparations to post-op recovery.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
