Nurse Patient Navigator - Pediatric Complex Care - Days

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health in Richmond, VA is seeking a Nurse Patient Navigator to advocate for patients, coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team, and support patients and families throughout the treatment process.

The role requires RN licensure in Virginia, a BSN, and at least 3 years of nursing experience with patient education and case management. Master’s degree and nurse navigation leadership skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state.
• BSN from an accredited school.
• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing, patient education; case management and/or navigation.
• Preferred: nurse navigation or leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Advocates for patients and families and serves as a single point of contact.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care and services.
• Utilizes nursing knowledge to support patients throughout treatment.
• Follows physician/licensed independent provider orders and ANA ethics guidance.
• May require coordinating across VCUHS locations and clinical settings.

Skills

Nursing experience

Case management

Patient education

Education

BSN

MSN (preferred)

Job description

The Nurse Patient Navigator functions as a Nurse Patient Navigator and serves as an advocate, interpreter, educator and counselor for a group of patients.

The Nurse Patient Navigator manages the care of assigned patients in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high quality and comprehensive healthcare and ancillary services.

The Nurse Patient Navigator serves as the single point of contact to assigned patients and caregivers.

The Nurse Patient Navigator remains a support system to patients and caregivers throughout the patient’s treatment.

The Nurse Patient Navigator uses clinical/nursing knowledge and skills in the performance of job responsibilities.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current RN licensure in Virginia AHA BLS Certification Specialty Nursing Certification in either Nurse Navigation or area of specialty within one year of hire in position Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of three (3) years of relevant clinical experience in nursing, patient education; case management and/or navigation Previous experience in specialty area Experience PREFERRED: Previous nurse navigation or leadership experience Experience within an academic, teaching hospital Education/training REQUIRED: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing Education/training PREFERRED: Master’ Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing Independent action(s) required: Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider medical/treatment orders. Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards. All practice is guided by and follows the VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice guidelines. Organizes and plans work with input from the patient/family with specific outcomes identified. Demonstrates use of sound clinical judgment based on nursing knowledge/experience. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Positions are primarily weekday work but may be expected to work into the evening or on the weekend, depending on assignment. May be required to go to all VCUHS locations. Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical - Lifting less than 20 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive): Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

This position will be working as part of the interdisciplinary team in the complex care clinic located at Children's Hospital of Richmond

Compensation Range

$73,133.00 - $120,744.00

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Days

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