Role: The Nurse Navigator provides leadership, support, and mentorship to direct patient care teams. They coordinate patient care by assessing individual needs, making care recommendations based on severity and skill level, and ensuring timely, safe, and high-quality services.
Responsibilities: They collaborate with bedside nurses to plan and manage patient care, oversee discharge planning, and facilitate post-acute services. Their duties include pre-op education, daily rounding, discharge disposition, and follow-up care, promoting safety, quality, and efficiency within the care model.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Graduate of an approved nursing program
- Current RN license in the practice state
- 2-3 years of relevant experience
- Certifications: BLS required; ACLS preferred
- Physical ability to lift, stand, walk, and perform various physical tasks
Additional Preferences: Bachelor of Science in Nursing and ACLS certification are preferred.