Registered Nurse Navigator- Advanced Heart and Lung

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health Advanced Heart & Lung is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Navigator to lead care coordination for patients with heart failure and complex cardiovascular disease.

In this role you will assess symptoms, manage medications, coordinate transitions of care with a multidisciplinary team, and provide patient education to improve outcomes and quality of life.

Qualifications

• ASN required; RN license in Indiana or NLC.
• BSN preferred; 3–5 years RN experience.
• Active BLS required; ACLS may be required per unit policies.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patients with heart failure; triage concerns and provide follow-up care.
• Coordinate individualized care plans with physicians, APPs, pharmacists and care team; facilitate transitions of care.
• Educate patients and caregivers on heart failure management, medications, diet and fluid control; assist with insurance and financial barriers.

Skills

Care coordination

Patient education

Clinical nursing

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

ASN

BSN preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Word processing software

Database software

Job description

Overview

Advanced Heart & Lung Registered Nurse Navigator (Heart Failure)

Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Day Shift

At IU Health, we are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care for individuals living with advanced heart failure and complex cardiovascular disease. Through multidisciplinary collaboration, innovative therapies, and comprehensive care coordination, we strive to improve outcomes and quality of life for our patients.

Position Overview

The Advanced Heart & Lung RN Navigator serves as a key point of contact for patients with heart failure and advanced cardiac conditions. This role coordinates care across the continuum, supports disease management, provides patient education, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely, seamless care.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Assessment & Monitoring

• Monitor symptoms, review test results, triage patient concerns, and provide follow-up care.
• Support medication management, including refills and titration coordination.
• Identify changes in clinical status and elevate concerns appropriately.

Heart Failure Management & Care Coordination

• Coordinate individualized care plans with physicians, APPs, pharmacists, and other care team members.
• Facilitate transitions of care following hospitalizations and procedures.
• Coordinate referrals, testing, and specialty services.
• Support patients receiving outpatient IV diuretic (Lasix) infusions and other heart failure therapies to help prevent avoidable hospital admissions.

Patient Education & Advocacy

• Educate patients and caregivers on heart failure management, medications, diet, fluid management, and symptom recognition.
• Connect patients with community resources and assist in overcoming barriers to care, including insurance and financial concerns.
• Serve as an advocate for patients and families throughout their care journey.

Quality Improvement

• Participate in initiatives aimed at improving patient outcomes, reducing readmissions, and enhancing the patient experience.
• Support data collection and implementation of best practices in heart failure care.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN).
• Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program. 3-5 years of experience preferred.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Specialty certifications may be required per unit/department specialty in accordance with the department provision of care.
• Requires knowledge of personal computers using various types of word processing and database software.
• Requires clinical work experience, medical terminology.
• Requires understanding of medical record requirements, regulations and policies.

Why Join Us?

Join IU Health's Advanced Heart & Lung team and make a meaningful impact on patients living with heart failure and complex cardiovascular conditions. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to help patients achieve the best possible outcomes.