RN Patient Navigator: Care Coordination & Advocacy

Community Health Systems; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking an experienced Patient Navigator (RN) to guide patients and families through the continuum of care. The role coordinates care, addresses barriers, and supports communication among patients, caregivers, and providers.

The navigator collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and community resources to ensure a patient-centered experience, with emphasis on education, advocacy, and timely care from diagnosis to treatment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience required.
• 1-3 years of experience in patient navigation, care coordination, or case management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for patients and families from diagnosis through end of treatment, providing ongoing support.
• Assess patients' medical, emotional, and socioeconomic needs and address barriers to care.
• Provide patient education about treatment, side effects, and management strategies.
• Facilitate communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Coordinate referrals to social workers, financial counselors, dietitians, and community resources.
• Assist patients with insurance matters and obtaining financial assistance as needed.
• Develop and update educational materials for patients and caregivers, maintain resources library.
• Track patient progress and adjust care plans to evolving needs.

Skills

RN experience

Care coordination

Communication skills

Empathy

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking an experienced Patient Navigator (RN) to guide patients and families through the continuum of care. The role coordinates care, addresses barriers, and supports communication among patients, caregivers, and providers.

The navigator collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and community resources to ensure a patient-centered experience, with emphasis on education, advocacy, and timely care from diagnosis to treatment.