Registered Nurse Navigator – Nephrology

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Family policies

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking a Care Coordinator/Patient Navigator to provide care coordination, patient education, and ongoing support for patients entering multidisciplinary health programs.

The role involves acting as a liaison between patients and healthcare teams, facilitating transitions, promoting understanding of conditions, and ensuring continuity of care in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience; graduation from a specialty training program (required) with a preference for a Bachelor’s in Nursing.
• Strong communication, coordination, and patient education skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates patient entry into care programs and coordinates pre- and post-hospital care.
• Serves as a patient navigator, guiding new patients and promoting understanding of their conditions.
• Collaborates with healthcare providers to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Provides clinical support, educates patients and families, and coordinates activities with support services like groups and social agencies.
• Maintains follow-up systems, ensures timely surveillance, and supports physicians during procedures.
• Acts as a resource and educates team members in specialized areas.

Skills

Communication

Care coordination

Patient education

Client advocacy

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing preferred

Specialty training program graduate (required)

Job description

Role Overview: Provides care coordination, patient education, and ongoing support for patients entering multidisciplinary health programs. Acts as a liaison between patients and healthcare teams, facilitating care transitions, and ensuring continuity of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitates patient entry into care programs and coordinates pre- and post-hospital care.
• Serves as a patient navigator, guiding new patients and promoting understanding of their conditions.
• Collaborates with healthcare providers to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Provides clinical support, educates patients and families, and coordinates activities with support services like support groups and social agencies.
• Maintains follow-up systems, ensures timely surveillance, and supports physicians during procedures.
• Acts as a resource and educates team members in specialized areas.

Qualifications & Skills: Minimum of 2 years relevant experience; graduation from a specialty training program (required) with a preference for a Bachelor’s in Nursing. Strong communication, coordination, and patient education skills are essential.

Work Environment & Benefits:

• Typically performed in a clinical setting, with comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and supportive family policies.