RN Patient Navigator: Hospice Liaison

Dignity Care Partners; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Care Hospice – A Division of CommuniCare Health Services is seeking a compassionate Patient Navigator / Navigator Liaison to guide patients and families through care planning, treatment decisions, and access to resources. The role acts as a bridge between patients, families, and our healthcare system to empower informed decisions.

The Navigator Liaison collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, supports advanced care planning, and coordinates care transitions, travel within the Akron and

Qualifications

• RN with a valid Indiana nursing license.
• Minimum of 3 years of clinical nursing experience (home health, hospice, or skilled nursing preferred).
• Strong knowledge of advanced care planning and healthcare regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with patients, families, and teams.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients to evaluate medical, emotional, and social needs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (physicians, social workers, therapists, etc.) to develop individualized care plans.
• Assist patients and families with advanced care planning, including goals of care, treatment preferences, and end-of-life decisions.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and providers to facilitate smooth care transitions.
• Educate and support patients and families on available hospice and healthcare resources.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care recommendations as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, care plans, and interactions in compliance with regulations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and help develop best practices in patient navigation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organization

Time management

Independent & collaborative work

Education

RN license (Indiana)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Dignity Care Hospice – A Division of CommuniCare Health Services is seeking a compassionate Patient Navigator / Navigator Liaison to guide patients and families through care planning, treatment decisions, and access to resources. The role acts as a bridge between patients, families, and our healthcare system to empower informed decisions.

The Navigator Liaison collaborates with interdisciplinary teams, supports advanced care planning, and coordinates care transitions, travel within the Akron and