Nurse Navigator - Electrophysiology
Patient Care Coordination & Navigation
Complete comprehensive assessments addressing patients' physical, psychological, social, environmental, financial, and functional needs.
Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to develop evidence-based treatment plans.
Review diagnostic studies, clinical histories, and treatment courses to identify appropriate next steps in care.
Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as needed through ongoing interdisciplinary collaboration.
Patient Advocacy & Education
Serve as a patient and family advocate throughout the care continuum.
Identify barriers to care and facilitate access to resources and support services.
Provide education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, expected side effects, and available community resources.
Support patients and families during complex treatment decisions and end-of-life care planning.
Facilitate team conferences and care planning discussions when appropriate.
Case Management & Outcomes
Develop and implement individualized case management plans using critical thinking and clinical judgment.
Coordinate care for hospitalized patients, including direct patient contact during hospitalization and discharge planning to reduce avoidable readmissions.
Communicate plans of care effectively with patients, families, providers, and interdisciplinary team members.
Program Development & Quality Improvement
Participate in performance improvement initiatives and evaluate clinical outcomes and care processes.
Maintain disease-specific patient registries and oversee associated program data.
Collect and analyze program metrics to measure effectiveness and patient outcomes.
Collaborate with steering committees to establish quality goals, benchmarks, and performance metrics.
Participate in developing policies, procedures, and multidisciplinary program initiatives.
Professional Practice
Serve as a clinical expert and resource for disease-specific patient populations.
Provide education and consultation to staff and healthcare team members.
Foster collaborative relationships with physicians, healthcare professionals, patients, and external stakeholders.
Actively participate in shared governance, nursing excellence initiatives, and Magnet-related activities.
Pursue ongoing professional development and specialty certification.
Our Mission & Values
The Nurse Navigator is expected to consistently demonstrate the organization's Mission, Vision, Values, Guiding Behaviors, and standards of excellence through daily interactions, decision-making, and patient care practices.
Application Instructions
To be considered for this position, applicants must:
Complete the application in its entirety
Upload a current resume