Peds Rheumatology Nurse Navigator — Care Coordination Lead

Renown-Health; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nurse Navigator at Renown-Health coordinates care and provides educational support to patients and families, aiming to improve the care experience and meet community needs. This role collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and may assist in discharge planning and telehealth appointments.

It requires active nursing practice, strong communication, and program coordination abilities, with opportunities to contribute to evidence-based protocols and patient education initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Three years acute care nursing experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Nevada RN license at hire.
• Current BLS by AHA standards required at hire.
• ACLS by AHA standards required at hire; advanced cardiac cert preferred within two years.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related online training.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care and provide educational support to patients and families.
• Assist leadership in coordinating and conducting clinical programs.
• Support discharge planning and telehealth appointments.
• Educate referring physician offices and facilities about available services.
• Develop and enhance protocols to improve patient experience and outcomes.

Skills

Care coordination

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Outlook

Excel

Job description

The Nurse Navigator at Renown-Health coordinates care and provides educational support to patients and families, aiming to improve the care experience and meet community needs. This role collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and may assist in discharge planning and telehealth appointments.

It requires active nursing practice, strong communication, and program coordination abilities, with opportunities to contribute to evidence-based protocols and patient education initiatives.