RN Patient Navigator: Guide Patients Through Care

UTMB Health; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UTMB Health in Webster, Texas, is seeking a Patient Navigator (RN) to guide patients through the healthcare process from evaluation to follow-up. The role emphasizes patient education, emotional support, and clear communication with families and referring physicians.

The navigator helps patients prepare for procedures, answers questions, and coordinates care across multiple departments to ensure a smooth patient experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Three (3) years of RN nursing or RN patient navigator experience required.

Responsibilities

• Navigate patients through the diagnostic evaluation and educate, support and empower them to make informed treatment decisions.
• Collaborate with patients, families and providers to guide decision-making and support the treatment process.
• Coordinate diagnosis, treatment and follow-up, scheduling procedures and communicating with referring physicians.

Skills

RN experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Job description

UTMB Health in Webster, Texas, is seeking a Patient Navigator (RN) to guide patients through the healthcare process from evaluation to follow-up. The role emphasizes patient education, emotional support, and clear communication with families and referring physicians.

The navigator helps patients prepare for procedures, answers questions, and coordinates care across multiple departments to ensure a smooth patient experience.