Registered Nurse (RN) Heart & Vascular Navigator (Heart Failure, AMI & CT Surgery)

WakeMed; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed is seeking a compassionate Heart & Vascular Navigator (Heart Failure, AMI, and CT Surgery). You will guide and support patients through their complex cardiac care journey, coordinating with families and care teams to ensure optimal outcomes.

As a Registered Nurse, you will educate patients on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and recovery expectations, while promoting evidence-based nursing practice and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• RN with license to practice in North Carolina.
• Diploma Nursing or Associate's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support Heart Failure, AMI, and CT Surgery patients throughout their care journey.
• Assess patient and family needs and develop individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and recovery expectations.
• Coordinate care and facilitate communication among patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Support smooth transitions of care, including discharge planning and post-hospital follow-up.
• Promote patient- and family-centered care through collaboration, shared decision-making, and advocacy.

Skills

Care coordination

Communication

Patient education

Nursing assessment

Education

Diploma Nursing

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Heart & Vascular Navigator (Heart Failure, AMI, & CT Surgery)

patients and families navigating Heart Failure, Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI), and Cardiothoracic Surgery care. This role coordinates care, provides education, and supports patients throughout their healthcare journey to ensure exceptional outcomes and experiences.

Who You Are

• A compassionate Registered Nurse who is passionate about helping patients navigate complex cardiac care.
• An excellent communicator who builds trust with patients, families, providers, and care teams.
• A proactive problem-solver who can coordinate multiple aspects of care while maintaining a patient-centered focus.
• A collaborative team member who values partnership, education, and continuous improvement.
• A strong advocate for quality, safety, and evidence-based nursing practice.

What You'll Do

• Guide and support Heart Failure, AMI, and CT Surgery patients throughout their care journey.
• Assess patient and family needs and develop individualized care plans.
• Educate patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and recovery expectations.
• Coordinate care and facilitate communication among patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Support smooth transitions of care, including discharge planning and post-hospital follow-up.
• Promote patient and family-centered care through collaboration, shared decision-making, and advocacy.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and the overall care experience.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Registered Nurse Required

Education

Diploma Nursing Required - Or Associate's Degree Nursing Required - And Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred

Experience

5 Years Nursing - Related Area Required