Nurse Navigator RN: Patient-Centered Care Leader

Houstonmethodistcareers; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist seeks a Nurse Navigator to act as expert clinician and patient advocate, guiding population-specific patients and families through the complex healthcare system. The role emphasizes leadership within the department, survivorship activities, and coordination of education and service-line initiatives.

You will collaborate with physicians, staff, and external partners to improve care pathways, ensure patient-centered care, and support program and hospital staff with clinical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Three years clinical nursing experience.
• Leadership or Coordinator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops relationships with physicians and care teams to ensure effective communication.
• Coordinates all aspects of patient care for the service line and guides patients through survivorship when applicable.
• Educates patients and caregivers on disease-specific guidelines and treatment options.
• Participates in improving patient safety and care pathways.
• Advocates for patients and helps navigate the healthcare system.

Skills

Nursing expertise

Leadership

Communication

Patient education

Clinical assessment

Care coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Houston Methodist seeks a Nurse Navigator to act as expert clinician and patient advocate, guiding population-specific patients and families through the complex healthcare system. The role emphasizes leadership within the department, survivorship activities, and coordination of education and service-line initiatives.

You will collaborate with physicians, staff, and external partners to improve care pathways, ensure patient-centered care, and support program and hospital staff with clinical