Nurse Navigator/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Nurse Navigator to guide patients and the care team toward timely, quality care. You will connect patients to resources, provide education and emotional support, and coordinate communications from diagnosis through testing, treatment and follow-up.

The ideal candidate is an RN with a BSN and 1 year of experience, has knowledge of electronic health records and Microsoft Office, and must obtain an advanced national nursing certification within 2 years of

Qualifications

• RN license in Kentucky or eligibility by date of hire.
• BSN with 1 year of experience.
• Knowledge of electronic health records (EHR) and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients and care team to timely, quality care.
• Connect patients to resources and information to support informed decisions.
• Coordinate team communications from diagnosis through treatment and follow-up.

Skills

Electronic Health Records

Microsoft Office

Education

BSN

Job description

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?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

BSN+1 year of experience

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/12/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Kentucky or will be eligible to obtain this license by date of hire?
  • Yes
  • No
• * This position requires to obtain national certification in area of specialty, ambulatory care nursing, or care coordination and transition management within 2 years of hire. Are you aware of this?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If you have an active nursing license, please list your state of licensure, license number and expiration date. If you do not currently have an active license, please provide your scheduled NCLEX testing date.

  (Open Ended Question)