Nurse Navigator - Primary Care for Women Clinic

About the role

The Patient Navigator assists patients and families by coordinating care, providing education, emotional support, and ensuring smooth transitions post-discharge. They collaborate with healthcare staff to develop individualized care plans, conduct assessments, and facilitate communication among providers to promote positive patient outcomes and prevent readmissions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate personalized care plans based on patient needs and goals.
• Assist with patient throughput, discharge planning, and referrals.
• Serve as a clinical resource within the interdisciplinary team.
• Communicate critical risk information to ensure patient safety.
• Perform physiologic and psychosocial assessments.
• Adapt education and care strategies to individual patient needs, including cultural and ethical considerations.
• Advocate for patient rights and evaluate outcomes for care revisions.
• Document interventions and coordinate with team members.
• Collaborate with community resources and provide staff education on geriatric needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years in an acute clinical setting working with relevant populations.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Proficiency in English, communication, and computer skills.
• Current Louisiana RN license and BLS certification.