Epilepsy Nurse Navigator (RN)

Role The Nurse Navigator (NN) is a licensed registered nurse with disease-specific expertise, providing personalized support to patients, families, and caregivers to improve access and adherence to cancer care. Key Responsibilities Serve as a subject matter expert in patient navigation and coordinate care across multidisciplinary teams. Utilize the nursing process—assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation to deliver individualized, evidence-based care. Facilitate timely access to care, bridge resource gaps, and support patient-centered education and decision making. Collaborate with program leaders, participate in quality improvement, and support program growth based on community needs. Mentor and serve as a preceptor for nursing staff and students, promoting professional development. Maintain compliance with organizational policies, ensure documentation accuracy, and uphold safety standards. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor’s or Master’s in Nursing; disease-specific certification within 1 year. Minimum 5 years of nursing practice and 2 years in disease-specific care, preferably outpatient or care coordination. Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, RN license (single or multi-state), and disease-specific certification. Strong critical thinking, time management, and ability to respond effectively in fast-paced environments. The role emphasizes teamwork, community engagement, and continuous professional development to enhance patient outcomes in cancer care. #J-18808-Ljbffr Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC