Nurse Navigator/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nurse Navigator at University of Kentucky Healthcare works with patients and the clinical care team to facilitate timely, high-quality care and to help overcome barriers to access. The navigator connects patients to resources, provides education and emotional support, and coordinates communications across the care team.

The NN supports the patient journey from initial diagnosis through testing, treatment, and follow-up or end-of-life planning, ensuring seamless navigation and

Qualifications

• BSN required as education.
• RN license and approved advanced national nursing certification within 2 years of hire.
• 1 year related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and clinical care team to navigate timely, quality care.
• Coordinate team communications from diagnosis through treatment and follow-up or end-of-life care.

Skills

Electronic Health Records

Microsoft Office

Education

BSN

Tools

Electronic Health Records

MS Office

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title

Nurse Navigator/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE56389

Working Title

Nurse Navigator/UKHC

Department Name

M3030:Cancer Clinic Services

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

11

Salary Range

$71,087-95,056/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

BSN

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN) + approved advanced national nursing certification required within 2 years of hire date

Physical Requirements

Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds, or standing/walking and sitting for long periods of time.

Shift

Monday- Friday days 8-4:30.

Job Summary

The Nurse Navigator will work with the patient and members of the clinical care team to help navigate their way to timely and quality care and to assist in overcoming any barriers to care. This will include, but is not limited to, connecting them to resources and information to make informed decisions, providing education and emotional support, and coordinating team communications. The NN will assist the patient from initial diagnosis through diagnostic testing, treatment, and follow-up or end-of-life care.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will possess working knowledge of electronic health records for inpatient/outpatient. Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications is encouraged.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

BSN+1 year of experience

Deadline to Apply

11/12/2026

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