Population Health Nurse Navigator: Care Coordination

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University (Wexner Medical Center) is seeking a Population Health Nurse Navigator (RN) to coordinate care for patients enrolled in value-based and post-acute care programs, ensuring safe transitions and access to medical, behavioral health, community, and home-based services.

The role emphasizes advocacy, education, and collaboration with patients, families, and a multidisciplinary team to overcome barriers, promote adherence, and connect to resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from a CCNE or ACEN accredited program.
• Current Ohio RN license.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience; five years in primary care, case management, or post-acute settings; supervisory/preceptor experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care across transitions and ensure timely follow-up with primary care.
• Identify barriers to access and facilitate referrals to services.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and self-care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize care.
• Reduce avoidable acute care utilization by coordinating community resources.

Skills

Care coordination

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

The Ohio State University (Wexner Medical Center) is seeking a Population Health Nurse Navigator (RN) to coordinate care for patients enrolled in value-based and post-acute care programs, ensuring safe transitions and access to medical, behavioral health, community, and home-based services.

The role emphasizes advocacy, education, and collaboration with patients, families, and a multidisciplinary team to overcome barriers, promote adherence, and connect to resources.