RN - Nurse Navigator

Aura Health; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health is seeking an RN Nurse Navigator to transform patient care through assessment, advocacy, and resource coordination. You will support diverse age groups, ensure adherence to policies, and promote high-quality service as part of a collaborative care team.

The role emphasizes safe direct patient care, effective communication, and participation in ongoing professional development to enhance patient outcomes within a dynamic healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• BSN or related bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1 year of nursing experience minimum.
• Current RN licensure in applicable state and CPR/BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate access to culturally competent medical services by eliminating barriers and assisting with community resources and financial aid.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, multidisciplinary teams, and community resources to meet treatment goals.
• Document encounters accurately and report relevant statistics.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Collaboration

Multitasking

Education

BSN or related bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Overview

This role involves transforming patient care through assessment, advocacy, and resource coordination to improve access and reduce barriers. The RN Nurse Navigator provides patient-centered support across diverse age groups, ensuring adherence to departmental policies and promoting quality service.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate access to culturally competent medical services by eliminating barriers and assisting with community resources and financial aid.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, multidisciplinary teams, and community resources to meet treatment goals.
• Recognize and address problems, document all encounters accurately, and report relevant statistics.
• Participate in meetings, committees, and professional development activities to enhance growth.
• Ensure patient safety by following protocols, reporting concerns, and encouraging patient engagement in care.
• Assist with tests, procedures, medication administration, and emergency responses as needed.

Qualifications And Skills

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN or related bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of related nursing experience.
• Current CPR/BLS certification and RN licensure in applicable state.
• Strong skills in communication, organization, problem-solving, critical thinking, collaboration, and multitasking.
• Ability to deliver safe direct patient care across age groups and work in a sedentary, potentially high-risk environment.