Thoracic Navigator RN

Thoracic Navigator RNPartnering for a stronger, healthier world.Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.The posted compensation range of $39.18 - $58.28 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.Employment Type: Full TimeDepartment: ThoracicHours/Pay Period: 80Requisition ID: 2026-495339Remote: NoWeekly Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00am - 5:00pm)Category: Staff NurseShift: DayJob Summary and ResponsibilitiesAs a Navigator RN, you will provide expert nursing guidance and support to patients as they navigate complex healthcare journeys.Every day you will assess patient needs, educate on treatment options, coordinate care across multiple providers, and facilitate access to resources, acting as a central point of contact.To be successful, you will demonstrate strong clinical knowledge, exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach to ensure seamless and informed care.The Specialty Nurse Navigator plays a crucial role in patient care, offering comprehensive in-person and telehealth management and oversight for a highly complex patient population. The Specialty Nurse navigator is assigned to a complex population of patients providing individualized and comprehensive care across multifunctional groups to reduce barriers, coordinate diagnostic, pharmacological and treatment efforts while promoting and ensuring prompt access to care including home health, biologics, hospital, ER and clinic support. The specialty nurse navigator will anticipate and direct the care of the patient through evaluation, risk reduction and advanced clinical decision making. Applying the nursing process, the specialty Nurse Navigator performs clinical assessments; education on disease process, plan of care and treatment modalities to include a complex pharmacological regimen and symptom management to support patients through the complexity of their care continuum to end of life.Coordinate and Manage Patient Care Plans – Oversee the continuum of care for advanced lung disease patients, including clinic, pharmacy, home health, and telehealth pathways, ensuring quality, safety, and timeliness.Conduct Comprehensive Patient Assessments – Perform in-person and virtual evaluations of medical, physical, psychological, and psychosocial status, triaging routine, urgent, and emergent needs appropriately.Facilitate Communication and Collaboration – Serve as a liaison among patients, caregivers, multidisciplinary healthcare teams, biologics providers, and community resources to promote optimal outcomes.Provide Patient and Caregiver Education – Deliver individualized education on disease processes, treatment plans, medication management, symptom control, survivorship, and self-advocacy skills.Navigate Insurance and Authorization Processes – Manage prior authorizations, insurance approvals, and patient assistance programs to ensure uninterrupted access to life-saving pharmacologic agentsJob RequirementsRequiredBachelors of NursingThree (3) years of experience as an RN in an inpatient or outpatient settingorBachelors of NursingOne (1) year RN experience with three (3) years experience coordinating patient care, navigating the healthcare system, providing psychosocial support to ICU, tele and/or complex patients in a healthcare setting, home health, clinic and/or pharmacyandAZ RN licenseAmerican Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR)Strong knowledge of medical terminologyComputer skills, EMR documentation, Record/Verify system, work experience: patient education/interventions, symptom managementWhere You'll WorkHello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.Leaders in Specialized Care:Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.Why SJHMC?Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.Nursing excellence starts with you.Are you a career fit with our CommonSpirit Health culture? To understand how we are structured, we believe in some core philosophies with the following:We will be stronger together, achieving excellence in all we do, collaborating across the fields and growing our collective knowledgeWe will let humankindness guide us as we treat every person with holistic, personalized care for the body, mind and spirit.We will advance the science and art of nursing as innovative leaders who demonstrate the power of evidence-based, compassionate care. If you believe in working together with humankindness for all to advance the science and art of nursing - then you have found your career fit with us!"Our hope is that you will always feel inspired, knowing you truly are the heart and soul of CommonSpirit." – Kathleen D. Sanford, EVP, Chief Nursing Officer Success ProfileWhat makes a successful Thoracic Navigator RN at St Joseph Hospital & Medical Center?CollaborativeCompassionateEfficientGood ListenerOrganizedProblem-SolverYour Potential Career PathThis is a snapshot of your potential career path highlights the series of job positions that help you progress towards your goals and objectives. Ultimately, your career path depends on your career values and personal goals.While you're busy impacting the healthcare industry, we'll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid time off, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and more!Our Total Reward offeringsAt CommonSpirit Health, we believe investing in our employees lets them know they truly matter. Your Total Rewards package includes compensation, benefits, retirement, wellness, leave, and other programs.Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from