At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Work Shift: Mon - Fri 8am - 4:30pm

JOB SUMMARY:

The Post-Acute Navigator is a professionally licensed health care professional with post-acute clinical knowledge who provides individualized assistance to patients, caregivers and acute/post-acute facilities.  Responsible for managing patient populations with acute, chronic illness and/or multiple co-morbidities, identified as requiring additional transition of care support. The navigator will assist in overcoming health system barriers, improve patient outcomes while increasing efficiencies throughout the continuum of care within the St. Tammany Health System market.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or a Licensed Healthcare Professional.  Must have a clinical background with strong problem-solving skills.  Three to five years of experience in case management and/or therapy services in an acute care and/or post-acute setting preferred.  Extensive knowledge of the healthcare system, case management, therapy services, reimbursement, federal and state regulations is required.

Current LA professional specific licensure.  Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.

Strong organizational, leadership and critical thinking skills are required.  Must be able to prioritize patient needs, work autonomously and within teams and have a basic working knowledge of payors, reimbursements and clinical/medical terminology and procedures. Has experience in directing and coordinating programs, projects, resources and staff. Demonstrates the professional ability to have difficult conversations with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, stakeholders, post-acute facilities and leaders. Computer skills in Word, XCEL, MS Office, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:        
Constant (67%-100%) - handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, stooping, crouching
Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, crawling

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.