Nurse Navigator I: Care Continuum Advocate & Coordinator

University of Miami; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Tuition remission

Benefits package

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a Nurse Navigator (RN) 1 (H) to be the initial contact for patients entering the health system and ensure timely scheduling of the first appointment, while coordinating care after the initial visit.

The role acts as a liaison among patients, families, caregivers, and the care team; educates about the cancer care process; and supports patients throughout survivorship and treatment planning in a comprehensive academic medical setting.

Qualifications

• Citi Trained Certified or must obtain within 3 months of hire.
• 3 years of specialty experience or relevant navigation experience.
• Assess patient needs at initial encounter and periodically; match unmet needs with referrals.
• Identify barriers to care and facilitate referrals to mitigate barriers.
• Review patients' medical records, test results and documents for first visit.
• Verify timely scheduling of appointments and tests to expedite the plan of care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the plan of care with the multidisciplinary team and promote follow-up.
• Serve as liaison for patients, families, caregivers, staff, and referring physicians.
• Orient and educate patients to the cancer care system and available resources.
• Explain treatment recommendations to patients and answer questions.
• Identify bottlenecks in patient pathways and propose process improvements.
• Participate in coordinating education, survivorship, and supportive care services.

Skills

Patient navigation

Care coordination

Communication

Education

Clinical teamwork

Education

RN license

Citi Trained Certified

Job description

The University of Miami is seeking a Nurse Navigator (RN) 1 (H) to be the initial contact for patients entering the health system and ensure timely scheduling of the first appointment, while coordinating care after the initial visit.

The role acts as a liaison among patients, families, caregivers, and the care team; educates about the cancer care process; and supports patients throughout survivorship and treatment planning in a comprehensive academic medical setting.