Registered Nurse Navigator - Pediatric Hematology

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health's Riley Children’s Health seeks an experienced Registered Nurse Navigator for the Pediatric Hematology program. You will coordinate care across both outpatient and inpatient settings, guiding families through diagnostics, treatments, and follow-up while collaborating with physicians, social workers, and pharmacists.

The ideal candidate holds an ASN with BSN preferred, active Indiana RN license, 3–5 years of pediatric nursing experience, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• ASN required; BSN preferred.
• Active Indiana RN license or NLC license.
• 3–5 years nursing experience preferred; pediatric hematology/oncology experience encouraged.
• BLS certification required; strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care across outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Schedule appointments, tests, and referrals; coordinate with multidisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and symptom management.
• Manage refills, school notes, FMLA documentation, and other care needs.
• Triage calls and determine interventions with providers; monitor lab results and communicate findings.

Skills

Nursing experience

Care coordination

Communication

EMR proficiency

BLS certified

Education

ASN required

BSN preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Overview

Registered Nurse Navigator – Pediatric Hematology

Join the Best: Become a Registered Nurse Navigator at Riley Children's Health!

Are you a compassionate, skilled nurse seeking a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and families? Riley Children’s Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Navigator to join our Pediatric Hematology team.

About Us

Riley Children’s Health is Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive pediatric healthcare system, providing expert, family-centered care across the state. As part of Indiana University Health, our nationally recognized pediatric specialists deliver innovative treatments and coordinated care for children with complex blood disorders and hematologic conditions.

The Role

As a Registered Nurse Navigator, you will serve as a central point of contact for patients and families receiving care through the Pediatric Hematology program. You will work closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, social workers, pharmacists, and other multidisciplinary team members to coordinate care for patients with a variety of hematologic disorders, including:

• Bleeding and clotting disorders
• Anemias and hemoglobinopathies
• Thrombocytopenia and platelet disorders
• Bone marrow failure syndromes
• Other benign hematologic conditions

You will guide patients and families throughout their care journey, ensuring timely access to consultations, testing, treatments, and follow-up services while providing education, support, and advocacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate comprehensive patient care across outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Facilitate scheduling of appointments, diagnostic testing, and specialty referrals.
• Provide education to patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and symptom management.
• Manage medication refills, school notes, FMLA documentation, and other patient care needs.
• Triage clinical calls and patient concerns, collaborating with providers to determine appropriate interventions.
• Monitor laboratory results and communicate findings to patients and providers as appropriate.
• Document and manage patient communications within the electronic medical record.
• Support quality initiatives, database management, and program-specific reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with community resources and support services to optimize patient outcomes.

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday
• No weekends, holidays, or on-call responsibilities

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) required; BSN preferred
• Active Indiana RN license or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) license
• Graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program
• 3-5 years of nursing experience preferred
• Pediatric, hematology/oncology, care coordination, or navigator experience strongly preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association
• Strong communication, organization, and critical-thinking skills
• Experience with electronic health records and patient education

Why Join Us?

At IU Health, you'll be part of a nationally recognized pediatric program committed to improving outcomes for patients with hematologic disorders while enjoying competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative team environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.