Patient Navigator, LPN

The-Urology-Group

Cincinnati (OH)

Hybrid

USD 52,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Health savings account

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Profit sharing

Retirement plan

Job summary

The-Urology-Group in Cincinnati is seeking a Patient Navigator, LPN to assist in nursing care planning and coordination, and to help patients understand diagnoses and treatment options in a supportive, patient-centered environment.

This position offers a hybrid remote option after 6 months with no weekends/evenings/holidays, competitive pay, PTO, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
2 years of clinical experience required.
LPN license and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

Guide patients and families through their healthcare experience and explain diagnosis and options.
Follow patients from diagnosis through care-path to ensure all options are explored.
Review patient history and update medical records in a timely manner.
Collaborate with scheduling and care teams to coordinate procedures and clearances.
Maintain HIPAA compliance and professional ethics in daily work.
Track and document performance metrics and outcomes.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Empathy and patient relations

EMR knowledge

Microsoft Office

HIPAA compliance

Independent work

Medical terminology

Education

Accredited nursing program graduate

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

This position is in our office located at:

2000 Joseph E. Sanker Blvd

Cincinnati OH 45212

This position offers a hybrid remote option after 6 months.

NO WEEKENDS, NO EVENINGS, NO HOLIDAYS

We offer competitive pay as well as PTO, Holiday pay, and comprehensive benefits package!

Benefits:

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life Insurance
Pet Insurance
Health savings account
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Profit sharing
Retirement plan

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Patient Navigator LPN will assist in the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of nursing care in accordance with facility, department, and professional nursing practice. The Navigator will be responsible for helping patients to understand their diagnosis, coordinate their treatment plans, and communicate with providers and staff. Using a combination of communication strategies, resources, and tools, the Navigator will assist patients to anticipate, identify, and achieve effective steps through the various treatment options available.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES

Guides patients and families through their healthcare experience, answers questions, provides education and helps them understand their diagnois and treatment options.
Follows patients from date of diagnosis through the completion of the care-path to ensure all treatment options are explored.
Reviews prior patient history and provides updated information in the medical record in an appropriate time frame.
Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members, internal and external.
Communicates problems with workflow, failure to understand directions or procedures, conflicts and other concerns encountered to the manager or director of clinical services.
Collaborates with surgical scheduling department regarding patient preparation, required clearances, review and reporting of abnormal pretesting results and complex issues relating to the procedure.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and particippating in professional societies.
Tracks and documents metrics and outcomes.
Performs other position related duties as assigned.
Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations.
This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS

Job Title: Patient Navigator, LPN Pay Grade:

FLSA

Status:

Non-Exempt Job Family: CLIN MED

Version: 2.6.25 Job Code: 19056

LPN License and certification as required by state.
BLS certification required.

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to build relationships with patients and display empathy and compassion to patients.
Knowledge in healthcare systems operations such as EMR.
Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office.
Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and communicate appropriately with leader and teammates.
Knowledge of medical terminology and coding.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Graduate of an accredited nursing program required. BSN preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

2 years' previous clinical experience.

REQUIRED TRAVEL

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Carrying Weight Frequency

1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%

26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%

Pushing/Pulling Frequency

1-25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%