RN - Nurse Navigator

Stroke Nurse NavigatorThe Stroke Nurse Navigator is a professional Registered Nurse who provides individualized guidance, education, coordination, and support to stroke patients, families, and caregivers across the continuum of care. This role serves as a key resource within a certified comprehensive stroke center. The navigator utilizes specialized knowledge and experience in the care of stroke patients to improve outcomes and reduce barriers to care. This position enhances the patient experience and promotes optimal clinical outcomes through seamless care coordination from acute hospitalization through rehabilitation, outpatient follow-up, and community reintegration.Responsibilities include providing comprehensive inpatient stroke education to patients and families. The navigator reinforces stroke prevention strategies, risk factor modification, medication adherence, and recognition of stroke warning signs. The role also leads and participates in community outreach initiatives focused on stroke awareness, prevention, education, and access to resources. The navigator participates in the development, implementation, monitoring, and sustainability of stroke program initiatives, quality improvement activities, regulatory compliance efforts, and performance measures associated with maintaining certification. Through collaboration with various healthcare partners, the navigator works to improve transitions of care, support evidence-based stroke management, and promote positive outcomes for patients and providers.Experience: Minimum of 5 years of recent relevant acute care experience for stroke patients or as a nurse navigator assisting patients with post-discharge barriers. License: Registered Nurse License Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support), NIH Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS), Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse (CNRN) or Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN) preferred.Must-Have: - Experience as a stroke coordinator in a certified comprehensive stroke center or a primary stroke center performing mechanical thrombectomies. - Effective communication skills related to stroke education for both staff and patients. - Comfortability with chart review to identify gaps in stroke care. - Ability to work collaboratively with the primary nurse to close care gaps.Benefits: We offer competitive benefits, including:Medical, dental & vision insuranceFree and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison supportPersonalized career consultant and "single point of contact" serviceIndustry?leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonusesFree tax return assistance for travelers401(k) Retirement PlanHealth Savings Account (HSA)Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)Life and AD&D InsurancePaid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)Supplemental Insurance PlansIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceEmployee Wellness ProgramsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Career Growth and Professional Development OpportunitiesDisclaimer: Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.About Cynet Health: Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest?growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct?hire, and non?clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long?term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest?growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.Job Board Disclaimer By applying for jobs on this website, you consent to receive daily messages from CYNET about assignments that match your profile. Email or text "HELP" for more info, or "STOP" to unsubscribe. Your mobile info will not be shared with third parties for marketing. Standard messaging and data rates may apply.