Patient Navigator RN
full-time•Tredyffrin Township
About this role
Description
GENERAL SUMMARY
The Patient Navigator RN will assist in the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of nursing care in accordance with facility, department, and professional nursing practice. The Navigator will be responsible for helping patients to understand their diagnosis, coordinate their treatment plans, and communicate with providers and staff. Using a combination of communication strategies, resources, and tools, the Navigator will assist patients to anticipate, identify, and achieve effective steps through the various treatment options available.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Guides patients and families through their healthcare experience, answers questions, provides education and helps them understand their diagnois and treatment options.
- Follows patients from date of diagnosis through the completion of the care-path to ensure all treatment options are explored.
- Reviews prior patient history and provides updated information in the medical record in an appropriate time frame.
- Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members, internal and external.
- Communicates problems with workflow, failure to understand directions or procedures, conflicts and other concerns encountered to the manager or director of clinical services.
- Collaborates with surgical scheduling department regarding patient preparation, required clearances, review and reporting of abnormal pretesting results and complex issues relating to the procedure.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and particpating in professional societies.
- Performs other position related duties as assigned.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS
- RN License and certification as required by state.
- BLS certification required.
KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to build relationships with patients and display empathy and compassion to patients.
- Knowledge in healthcare systems operations such as EMR.
- Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office.
- Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
Requirements
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. BSN preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
2 years' previous clinical experience.
REQUIRED TRAVEL
Occasional local travel required for in-person meetings (at least once monthly). Candidate must reside locally.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Carrying Weight
Frequency
1-25 lbs.
Frequent from 34% to 66%
26-50 lbs.
Occasionally from 2% to 33%
Pushing/Pulling
Frequency
1-25 lbs.
Seldom, up to 2%
100 + lbs.
Seldom, up to 2%
Lifting - Height, Weight
Frequency
Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs.
Occasional: from 2% to 33%
Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs.
Seldom: up to 2%
Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs.
Occasional: from 2% to 33%
Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs.
Seldom: up to 2%
What you'll do
- The Patient Navigator RN guides patients and families through their healthcare experience, providing education and support regarding diagnoses and treatment options. They follow patients from diagnosis through the completion of care, ensuring all treatment options are explored and documented appropriately.
About MidLantic Urology
MidLantic Urology was founded on the desire to advance urology health care for our patients. Our merger of the top urology groups in Philadelphia not only gives us the most recognizable and skilled urologists but also empowers us with the resources to continue to innovate with the most advanced treatments backed by clinical research.
Our approach comes directly from the private practice model. We believe in highly personalized and compassionate care. Our specialists are by our patient’s side throughout their entire care journey. With 46 state-of-the art locations located throughout the region, we strive to provide the most convenient access to all our patients.
The MidLantic Urology team thrives on pushing the envelope of what’s possible in urological medicine. Our advancement of urology health through clinical research make us a stronger practice. We’re passionate about raising the bar for urological care in service of our patients. And we’re just getting started.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Patient Navigator RN do at MidLantic Urology?
As a Patient Navigator RN at MidLantic Urology, you will: the Patient Navigator RN guides patients and families through their healthcare experience, providing education and support regarding diagnoses and treatment options. They follow patients from diagnosis through the completion of care, ensuring all treatment options are explored and documented appropriately..
Is the Patient Navigator RN position at MidLantic Urology remote?
The Patient Navigator RN position at MidLantic Urology is based in Tredyffrin Township, Pennsylvania, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Patient Navigator RN position at MidLantic Urology?
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