Ensures the patient is empowered to manage his/her healthcare needs Provides healthcare system guidance and promotes adherence to recommended treatment throughout the care pathway Supports providers by assisting patients and/or families in understanding their diagnosis, treatment options, and the resources available, including education, clinical research studies (as applicable), and technological advances Provides education/connection to community and external resources, such as access to supportive care, financial support, and return to work Streamlines process for patients by assisting with appointment scheduling in a compliant manner Ensures the organization of appointments and explains the sequence of treatments Ensures smooth transitions between care modalities, facilities, and providers Facilitates patient movement through the appropriate clinical pathway and collaborates with physicians to ensure patient compliance Reinforces patient-specific teaching as defined by the patient's provider Conducts follow-up conversations with patients and communicates any concerns, changes, or social needs to the appropriate physician or other care provider Attends and participates in Multidisciplinary Meetings (MDM) and/or other care planning conferences, as required by the navigation program Ensures appropriate patient data is available, including assessment and documentation Educates the patient and family regarding planned procedures, medications, and treatments What you will need in this role: 1-3 years of experience in Nursing - Required 3+ years of experience as a Nurse Navigator and/or patient educator in service line - Preferred Education Associate's Degree in Nursing required Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred Licenses and Certifications Basic Cardiac Life Support (preferred if remote position) - Required Registered Nurse - Currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the state in which he or she practices, in accordance with law and regulation. What you will do in this role: Serves as a patient advocate Assesses the patient's medical and psychosocial needs as they pertain to their primary medical or surgical condition for navigation Uses appropriate tools to identify patient needs and barriers to care and provides access to potential resolutions Identifies health disparities and assists in the removal of these disparities Provides appropriate education, outreach, and support to patients and families.
