Patient Navigator (RN) - Gastroenterology and Genitourinary

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Nursing Three (3) years of previous clinical RN nursing or RN patient navigator experience Licenses, Registrations or Certifications Required BLS Current RN license or valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas Certification in nursing specialty Preferred Qualifications Oncology Experience Is Highly Preferred. Job Summary The Patient Navigator guides patients through the healthcare process. They are responsible for ensuring that the healthcare system meets the needs of the patient as best as possible. The navigator will communicate with patients and their families regarding their procedure, preparation, recovery and follow‑up as well as communicate with referring physicians. The navigator helps reduce fears about the procedure by explaining what the patient can expect and answering all questions. Job Duties Navigates patients through the diagnostic evaluation; educates, supports and empowers patients to make informed treatment decisions; remains a support system throughout the patient's treatment. Collaborates with patients, families, and providers in the decision‑making process; offers medical guidance, acts as a support group, and guides patients and their caregivers through the treatment process. Provides consultation and coordination throughout the diagnosis, treatment and follow‑up; communicates with patients to schedule procedures, provide preparation instructions, and follows up with referring physicians on procedure status. Keeps open lines of communication with patients to answer all questions they may have prior to or after the procedure; uses clinical expertise to make recommendations. Identifies and develops relationships with departments involved in the care of patients by educating them on the patient navigator role; facilitates interaction and communication with all health‑care staff involved in the patient’s procedure. Salary Range Actual salary commensurate with experience. Work Schedule On‑site, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, and as needed on occasion. As needed in Galveston and League City. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of Texas Medical Branch