Nurse Navigator: Care Coordination & Discharge Specialist

FMOL Health; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

FMOL Health is seeking a Patient Navigator to assist patients and families, coordinating referrals, education, and post-discharge support. The role acts as a liaison across acute and sub-acute care teams to promote positive outcomes.

Responsibilities include data collection for quality dashboards, developing individualized care plans, and ensuring smooth admission/discharge processes with attention to cultural and spiritual needs.

Qualifications

• Active Louisiana RN license; BLS
• Bachelor's degree in nursing
• 3 years in acute clinical setting
• Proficient in English, verbal and written communication

Responsibilities

• Provide patient and family education and emotional support.
• Coordinate referrals and resources post-discharge.
• Assist with admission, discharge, and transfer processes.
• Document interventions and referrals in patient records.
• Act as liaison between care teams to promote positive outcomes.
• Develop individualized care plans based on assessments.

Skills

Care coordination

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

BLS certification

Job description

FMOL Health is seeking a Patient Navigator to assist patients and families, coordinating referrals, education, and post-discharge support. The role acts as a liaison across acute and sub-acute care teams to promote positive outcomes.

Responsibilities include data collection for quality dashboards, developing individualized care plans, and ensuring smooth admission/discharge processes with attention to cultural and spiritual needs.