RN Care Navigator: Coordinate Care & Transitions

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking an RN Navigator I to act as a liaison among patients, caregivers, and health-care providers, guiding post-acute care and discharge planning. This role emphasizes continuity of care and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.

Requires RN Diploma and current state RN license with BLS; 2 years nursing experience; preferred BSN/ASN and clinical specialty certification. On-site role with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• RN Diploma is required.
• Preferred: Associate's or Bachelor's in Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuity of care across care settings and coordinate with the multidisciplinary team.
• Manage high-risk, complex patient care to minimize readmission.
• Coordinate patient care plans with physicians and team members; advocate for the patient.
• Assist with discharge planning and post-discharge care plans.

Skills

Data entry

Verbal and written communication

Windows applications

Conflict resolution

Education

RN Diploma

Bachelors/Associate in Nursing (preferred)

Tools

Windows

EHR software

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking an RN Navigator I to act as a liaison among patients, caregivers, and health-care providers, guiding post-acute care and discharge planning. This role emphasizes continuity of care and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.

Requires RN Diploma and current state RN license with BLS; 2 years nursing experience; preferred BSN/ASN and clinical specialty certification. On-site role with travel as needed.