LPN - Nurse Navigator Licensed Practical Nurse - Rheumatology

Geisinger; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Luzerne County is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to serve as a patient navigator. This role involves guiding new patients, providing education, and ensuring continuity of care in a clinical environment. The Nurse Navigator will collaborate with healthcare teams to coordinate care plans and communicate effectively with patients, ensuring their needs are met. A competitive benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years LPN work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates patient introduction to the program.
• Coordinates patient care plans with healthcare providers.
• Provides limited patient education based on individual needs.

Skills

Patient Education

Communication

Clinical Knowledge

Education

Specialty Training Program in Nursing

Job description

Job Summary: Will be a Licensed Practical Nurse performing duties as a patient navigator, guiding incoming calls and facilitating the entrance of new patients into the program. Provides patient education, promotes understanding of conditions, and ensures ongoing continuity of care. The Nurse Navigator, working in a team-oriented environment, is accountable for delivering care using skills learned in clinical and didactic settings. Assists other team members and provides clinical support to providers and patients to aid in diagnosis and treatment.

Job Duties:

1. Utilizes clinical knowledge to facilitate patient introduction to the program.
2. Evaluates patient needs primarily via telephone or documentation and documents findings.
3. Collaborates with healthcare providers to coordinate and implement patient care plans, including evaluation, treatment, and surveillance.
4. Communicates effectively with patients through mail, phone, and in person regarding their care.
5. Ensures relevant patient information is available for provider interactions.
6. Coordinates patient needs and activities within the program.
7. Serves as the point of contact for providers.
8. Coordinates patient activities such as support groups and educational sessions.
9. Provides limited patient and family education based on individual needs, either in person or by phone.
10. Maintains systems to ensure timely follow-up and surveillance.
11. Acts as a liaison with Scheduling Services for appropriate patient scheduling.
12. Develops and implements patient screening tools and clinic procedures.
13. Assists in developing and implementing navigational procedures.
14. Investigates patient concerns related to appointments, communication, and billing.
15. Maintains clinical supply inventory.
16. Conducts medical record reviews and reports findings to physicians.
17. Provides nursing care and assists physicians and procedures.
18. Inspects and maintains equipment to ensure proper operation.
19. Performs ongoing maintenance of exam and treatment rooms.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The role requires compliance with organizational policies and procedures. The profile statements are not exhaustive and additional competencies outlined in department-specific orientations are essential for job performance.

Position Details:

Hours: 40 hours per week; Days

Experience: Minimum of 2 years LPN work experience required

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We at Geisinger care about our patients, members, and employees. We offer a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), PTO, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, family support, Employee Assistance Program, and voluntary benefits.

Education: Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing (Required)

Experience: Minimum of 2 years in Nursing (Required)

Licenses/Certifications: Licensed Practical Nurse

Our Purpose & Values: Caring, Kindness, Excellence, Learning, Innovation, Safety. We promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.