Nurse Navigator

What Nurse Navigator contributes to Cardinal Health Nursing is responsible for the delivery of safe and efficient quality nursing care. Examines patients and administers prescribed medications to facilitate healing and increase comfort. Nursing requires training and or licensed to care for patients. The Nurse Navigator is a registered nurse who acts as patient advocates, guiding individuals through the healthcare system by coordinating appointments and educating them about their disease and treatment options. This position provides comprehensive care coordination for a disease-specific group of urology patients. Responsibilities Manage the case load of patients with chronic disease under the care of our physicians along with Medical Assistant Serve as a focal point for the patients, directing them to the appropriate resources compassionately and in a timely manner Assist patients with understanding the disease process, treatment options and through consultation planning, assist them with optimizing visits with their physician. Ensure knowledge of resources and treatment options are consistently up to date Improve healthcare access for patients and promote client knowledge Collaborate with medical providers, patient care staff and clinic management in the planning and implementation of patient and staff education. Consult with department staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care Assess the patient’s plan of care and develop, implement, monitor and document the utilization of resources and progress of the patient through their care Serve as a liaison for referring physicians and assist with scheduling initial tests and consultations Ensure that the patient and family understand the diagnostic processes, care strategy and recommended actions, and are provided with appropriate information in coordination with the physician Respond to patient requests for information regarding the disease process, expected side effects and community resources Establish and promote a collaborative relationship with physicians, payers, and other members of the health care team Adhere to the laws and regulations of Medicare, Medicaid, and other governmental payers in relation to performance of job duties Attend staff meetings, clinical meetings, and training in-services as scheduled and required Adhere to the clinical dress code policy Adhere to attendance guidelines Promote teamwork and work effectively with others. Displays a positive attitude at all times. Demonstrate professionalism and compassion to patients and coworkers Report in good faith to the unit manager or practice administrator any suspected violation of applicable laws and / or regulations Understand and follow all HIPAA and Corporate Compliance guidelines to ensure the security of patient and corporate information Responsible for in office dispensing duties that involve patient in the program Perform other duties as assigned by manager or physician while maintaining a helpful attitude. Strong oral and written communication skills for corresponding with physicians, patients and fellow employees. Qualifications Associates Degree in Science Bachelor's degree, preferred Active Nursing license in Ohio, in good standing Minimum 3 years RN experience, preferred Effective communication and writing skills Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment Urology experience, highly preferred Oncology experience a plus Location Southwest Urology, 6900 Pearl Road, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 What is expected of you and others at this level Coordinates and supervises the daily activities of operations or business staff Administers and exercises policies and procedures Ensures employees operate within guidelines Decisions have a direct impact to work unit operations and customers Frequently interacts with subordinates, customers, and peer groups at various management levels Interactions normally involve information exchange and basic problem resolution Salary and Compensation Anticipated salary range: $80,900 - $103,950 Bonus eligible: No Benefits Medical, dental and vision coverage Paid time off plan Health savings account (HSA) 401k savings plan Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Short- and long-term disability coverage Work-Life resources Paid parental leave Healthy lifestyle programs Equal Opportunity Statement Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. #LI-LP #J-18808-Ljbffr