Nurse Navigator RN: Lead Patient Access & Care Coordination

Wellstar Health System, Inc.; Blythe (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Nurse Navigator to support cancer care pathways, education, and timely access to services. The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and care teams to remove barriers and optimize patient experiences across all phases of the cancer continuum.

The NN will coordinate care, document interventions, and participate in quality initiatives while upholding patient-centered, inclusive care standards within Wellstar’s integrated health system.

Qualifications

• Current RN license (single-state or compact)
• BLS certification required (Basic Life Support)
• Minimum 3 years nursing practice; 2 years disease-specific experience preferred
• Outpatient care or care coordination experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert in patient navigation and improve access to care.
• Coordinate care across oncology services and multidisciplinary teams.
• Document and communicate care plans; participate in performance improvement.
• Mentor and precept other nurses to maintain a qualified workforce.

Skills

Fast paced environment

Time management

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Emergency response

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Nurse Navigator to support cancer care pathways, education, and timely access to services. The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and care teams to remove barriers and optimize patient experiences across all phases of the cancer continuum.

The NN will coordinate care, document interventions, and participate in quality initiatives while upholding patient-centered, inclusive care standards within Wellstar’s integrated health system.