Nurse Navigator & Care Coordination Lead

Capital Medical Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Medical Group, part of Independence Physician Management, is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Navigator/Coordinator to join the multidisciplinary team serving the DC area. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, coordination of OB/GYN triage, education, and care plan implementation within a large multi-specialty practice.

You will support nursing leadership, participate in quality initiatives, and ensure accurate nursing documentation in EPIC while delivering high-quality patient

Qualifications

• An Associate's degree or higher in Nursing, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Basic fetal monitoring certification or ability to obtain in first 30 days
• AHA-Basic Life Support
• Experience in Family Planning preferred

Responsibilities

• Utilize advanced nursing knowledge and the nursing process to: Assess a patient’s physical, psychosocial, and cultural background.
• Identify relevant health problems and external support systems.
• Define a nursing problem list informed by medical diagnosis and assessment.
• Set realistic, measurable goals related to each problem.
• Develop a care plan targeting resolution and prevention of nursing issues.
• Evaluate and document patient progress.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement a comprehensive care plan.
• Manage OB/GYN Triage Schedule
• Deliver patient education tailored to individual healthcare needs (i.e. Diabetes Education, Gynecological Conditions, Birth Control)
• Assist physicians in routine patient care: Assist with procedures and treatments, as needed; Provide patient education as needed.
• Maintain clear and accurate nursing documentation and document all patient interactions in EPIC
• Administer medications
• Recognize adverse signs and symptoms quickly and react in emergency situations
• Serve as a telephone/myChart triage nurse as assigned: Assess patient needs and prioritize calls; Provide advice or direct in-office support; Assess walk-in patients and coordinate care as needed; Redirect calls appropriately and work collaboratively with support staff.
• PAP Tracking and Mammogram Tracking as assigned: Ensure PAP information is up to date in the EMR; Coordinate with the provider regarding care plan; Participate in PAP/dysplasia tracking process, follow up with lab results, to include phone and written contact with patients
• Postpartum Follow-Up as assigned: Review delivery report and scheduling; Follow up patients that have recently delivered and ensure they have appointments scheduled; Follow up with hypertension patients and patients at high risk for maternal mood disorder to ensure proper follow-up
• Maintain professional development: Earn continuing education credits; Set professional growth goals with nursing leadership; Participate in departmental meetings
• Family Planning: Guide patients through the family planning intake process; Work with patients and providers to ensure that patients are scheduled timely for procedure; Ensure that patients are scheduled for follow up appointments as needed
• Fetal Monitoring: Manage the daily NST schedule; Review the US schedule to ensure that patients are scheduled appropriately
• Other Duties: Plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care; Identify and correct deviations from department policies/procedures; Evaluate patient needs and clinical requirements; Serve as a role model in professionalism and clinical conduct; Support precepting and procedural training under the nurse manager’s direction; Maintain accountability for the quality of care provided and tasks delegated; Uphold all ethical and legal standards in accordance with MFA guidelines; Incorporate evidence-based research into nursing practice

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Nursing

Basic fetal monitoring certification or ability to obtain in first 30 days

AHA-Basic Life Support

Experience in Family Planning preferred

Job description

Capital Medical Group, part of Independence Physician Management, is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Navigator/Coordinator to join the multidisciplinary team serving the DC area. The role emphasizes patient-centered care, coordination of OB/GYN triage, education, and care plan implementation within a large multi-specialty practice.

You will support nursing leadership, participate in quality initiatives, and ensure accurate nursing documentation in EPIC while delivering high-quality patient