RN Care Navigator: Triage, Education & Care Coordination

Atlantic Health System; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System in New Jersey seeks a dedicated nurse to manage telephone and in-office triage, assess symptoms, and prioritize care. You will coordinate with physicians to support clinical decisions and ensure high-quality patient care.

You will engage with patients and families, document health data in EMR, and contribute to shared governance and process improvements focused on safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Conduct telephone and in-office triage, assessing patient symptoms, prioritizing care needs, and providing appropriate guidance.
• Collaborate closely with physicians and providers to support clinical decision-making and coordinate patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families, including answering clinical messages, providing education, and relaying provider instructions.
• Collect, assess, and evaluate patient health data to develop and implement care plans.
• Ensure care is delivered in accordance with the NJ Nurse Practice Act and established protocols.
• Utilize EMR and other systems to document care accurately and efficiently.
• Participate in shared governance and contribute to process improvements focused on patient safety, quality, and efficiency.

Job description

Atlantic Health System in New Jersey seeks a dedicated nurse to manage telephone and in-office triage, assess symptoms, and prioritize care. You will coordinate with physicians to support clinical decisions and ensure high-quality patient care.

You will engage with patients and families, document health data in EMR, and contribute to shared governance and process improvements focused on safety and efficiency.