Patient Care Navigator & Care Coordination Specialist

University of Miami; Miami, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Miami is seeking a Nurse Navigator I (H) to be the initial point of contact for patients entering the health system and to ensure timely scheduling of the first appointment and care coordination after the first visit.

As a member of a multidisciplinary team, you will educate patients, support care navigation, and mentor others while maintaining high standards of patient care and ensuring adherence to university policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required.
• Valid State of Florida RN license required.

Responsibilities

• Triages new patient appointments to appropriate provider and schedules initial appointments.
• Reviews outside medical records for appropriate scheduling.
• Assess barriers to care and refers to support services as needed.
• Educates patients on treatment plans based on diagnosis.
• Supports patients throughout the care continuum.
• Counsels individuals and patients on positive health practices.
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to outline best treatment for patients.
• Performs holistic evaluation of specialty population using proven techniques.
• Implements improvements in patient care and healthcare policies.
• Mentors other healthcare professionals as a preceptor or coordinator.
• Maintains professional knowledge via associations and continuing education.

Skills

Learning Agility

Teamwork

Technical Proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Job description

The University of Miami is seeking a Nurse Navigator I (H) to be the initial point of contact for patients entering the health system and to ensure timely scheduling of the first appointment and care coordination after the first visit.

As a member of a multidisciplinary team, you will educate patients, support care navigation, and mentor others while maintaining high standards of patient care and ensuring adherence to university policies.