RN Navigator - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Nebraska Methodist Hospital•Omaha, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Navigator - Cardiothoracic Surgery is accountable for delivering quality care to patients and families according to individualized needs. The role assesses patients, develops and revises plans of care, implements safe nursing interventions, provides education, and coordinates care with physicians and other clinical disciplines. The navigator guides patients and families through treatment, supports informed decision-making, connects patients with appropriate resources, and helps coordinate care across the continuum. The position is based at Methodist Physicians Clinic - Westroads Office Park III, 1120 N. 103rd Plaza, Omaha, Nebraska. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with hours between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Nebraska Methodist Health System describes its culture as focused on exceptional care for its communities and employees, with competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a work environment where employees are valued.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing.
Successful completion of annual mandatory education requirements.
At least 2 years of nursing experience.
Previous ambulatory coordination experience.
Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) license, valid compact multi-state license, or temporary permit while awaiting licensure required for the work state.
Strong interpersonal skills to communicate and interact effectively with patients, family members, hospital personnel, and coworkers.
Ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments.
Ability to learn, retain, and use computer skills required for department and hospital information systems.
Ability to think critically and solve problems.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required within 3 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) certification at the time of hire is strongly preferred.
Certification(s) in the area of specialty preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide age-appropriate care and individualized customer service to patients, ensuring their understanding and comfort with treatment.
Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments, incorporating information from patients and significant others as appropriate and prioritizing immediate needs.
Develop, review, revise, and individualize plans of care; collaborate with providers and clinical disciplines; and provide patient-specific teaching.
Implement safe interventions consistent with the plan of care, nursing protocols, standards of care, current knowledge, and research literature.
Perform technical skills independently and safely, learn new skills and equipment, and follow procedures for equipment and supplies.
Maintain professional behavior, effective communication, competence, a clean work environment, and collaborative relationships with patients, families, and colleagues.
Identify and act to correct, prevent, or minimize risks to patients, families, and staff; report risks and communicate unresolved issues to appropriate personnel.
Use human and other resources responsibly and charge accurately for supplies and equipment.
Guide patients, families, and caregivers toward informed decisions by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support care across the continuum.
Plan and provide education about diagnoses and treatment options.
Support patients through treatment by reinforcing education and coordinating information and care with physicians and allied healthcare professionals.
Participate in treatment planning conferences to discuss care plans for newly diagnosed patients with cancer.
Refer patients to appropriate support programs and resources in the center and community.
Teach patients and families about prevention, screening guidelines, diagnosis, treatment options, and early detection.
Facilitate education about and participation in clinical research trials when appropriate.
Assist with developing ongoing survivorship plans.