RN- Patient Medication Navigator

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Up to 80 hours of front-loaded PTO

Up to $3,000 Relocation Bonus

Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement w/

Employer Match

Job summary

CoxHealth in Missouri is seeking a Care Transitions Navigator to coordinate patient care transitions between facilities and care providers. The role involves maintaining contact with healthcare organizations, insurance companies, and the medical community to facilitate home care services, specialty medications, and financial assistance programs.

The Navigator will act as a liaison between patients, clinic staff, and the Prior Authorization Team, ensuring smooth transitions and adherence to

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved nursing program.
• Experience of at least 1 year as a professional nurse within the last 3 years preferred.
• Six months home health experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ongoing contact with health care organizations, insurance companies, and medical community to facilitate home care services and medication access.
• Serve as liaison between patients, clinic staff and the Prior Authorization Team.
• Assist with financial programs for medication assistance and streamline patient care transitions within CoxHealth 340B clinics.
• Support safe handling procedures and safety protocols for hazardous drugs as applicable.

Skills

Medicare knowledge

Education

MO RN License

Job description

Facility:CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1082 340B Contract Pharmacy SouthScheduled Weekly Hours:40Hours:8:00am to 4:30pmWork Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).BenefitsMedical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealthUp to $10,000 Sign-On BonusUp to 80 hours of front-loaded Paid Time OffUp to $3,000 Relocation BonusJob Description:The Care Transitions Navigator maintains ongoing contact with health care organization, Insurance companies, and medical community to facilitate home care services, Specialty Medications, financial assistance programs for medication assistance, and streamlines the transition of patient care between facilities and care providers within CoxHealth 340B clinics. The Navigator will work as a liaison between patients, clinic staff and the Prior Authorization Team. This role may involve occupational exposure to hazardous drugs. Training and education will be provided on any specific procedures, risks and safety protocols associated to the handling of these drugs.Education Required: Graduate of an approved nursing programExperience Preferred: Minimum one (1) year experience as professional nurse within the last three (3) years. Preferred: Six (6) months home health experience.Skills Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations desirable.Licensure/Certification/Registration Required: MO RN License