BHMG Structural Heart Nurse Navigator

BHS • Lexington, KY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Structural Heart Nurse Navigator is the point of contact for patients and families starting with the initial point of contact, telephone triage, and the screening process. This position follows the patient through the continuum of care including inpatient admission, 30-day, and one year follow-up. Ensures continuity of care through optimized patient assessment, clinical triage coordination, direct communication with physicians, and daily patient management. The Structural Heart Nurse Navigator will collaborate with the interventional cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons and clinical staff of multiple departments to coordinate the care of patients with aortic stenosis who are being evaluated and/or selected for Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Replacement (TCV) through their pre- and post-procedure care. This role will also coordinate the care of other structural heart disease patients, such as but not limited to MitraClip, TriClip. Also, participates in the development of marketing strategies, screening programs and other opportunities for program development.

Requirements

• Current Kentucky or Compact State unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse.
• Basic Life Support via the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
• Three Years of Relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Cardiology or Intensive Care preferred.
• Previous leadership experience or experience with projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the point of contact for patients and families from initial contact through telephone triage and screening.
• Follow patients through the continuum of care, including inpatient admission and 30-day and one-year follow-up.
• Ensure continuity of care through patient assessment, clinical triage coordination, physician communication, and daily patient management.
• Collaborate with interventional cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, and clinical staff to coordinate care for patients undergoing Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Replacement (TCV) and other structural heart disease procedures (e.g., MitraClip, TriClip).
• Participate in the development of marketing strategies, screening programs, and other program development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level