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Confluence Health

Nurse Navigator - Moses Lake Cardiology

Confluence Health, Wenatchee, Washington, us, 98807

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Overview Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through community support programs and individual efforts as involved community members.

Salary Range $39.33 - $61.57 per hour

Summary The Nurse Navigator is accountable for navigation and coordination of care utilizing evidence-based clinical pathways for cardiology patients along the continuum of care for their cardiac condition from diagnosis through treatment. They will provide longitudinal comprehensive nursing care to a designated case of cardiac patients. Primary nursing responsibilities include coordination of care, symptom management, and education of patients and families. This position collaborates with all members of the healthcare team to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Position Reports To Practice Manager

Essential Functions

Manage, develop, implement and evaluate initial patient plan of care following clinical pathways in collaboration with the physician and the health care team.

Facilitate and conduct patient, family, and team conferences to develop and monitor a plan of action.

Assess patients for unmet social needs with appropriate referral to social services and community resources.

Determine need for further diagnostic work‑up and coordinate necessary tests or procedures.

Obtain, review and scan outside patient records for new referred cardiology patients.

Coordinate simple and complex patient care issues in conjunction with other parts of the healthcare system.

Ensure effective and appropriate utilization of resources and efficient patient throughput along continuum of care.

Coordinate and continue to develop an established virtual care/telemedicine program for patients in the region.

Assist with patient registry work as it pertains to chronic disease management.

Document interim progress notes and intervene when the pathway is not followed.

Provide triage services and symptom management to patients as needed.

Maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Current licensure in the state of Washington or licensure through Multistate Nurse Licensure Compact.

Current BLS Health Provider and ACLS card.

Competent in basic computer skills.

3 years of clinical experience.

Ability to work independently and perform role with minimal guidance.

Desired

Previous department experience.

Physical/Sensory Demands

Walking - Frequent

Sitting/Standing - Continuous

Reaching: Shoulder Height - Frequent

Reaching: Above shoulder height - Occasional

Reaching: Below shoulder height - Occasional

Climbing - Occasional

Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - Frequent

Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - Occasional

Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - Occasional

Lifting: 25 pounds or less - Frequent

Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - Occasional

Lifting: Over 50 pounds - Occasional

Carrying: 25 pounds or less - Frequent

Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - Occasional

Carrying: Over 50 pounds - Occasional

Crawling/Kneeling - Occasional

Bending/Stooping/Crouching - Occasional

Twisting/Turning - Occasional

Repetitive Movement - Frequent

Working Conditions

Work is performed at a workstation desk and in patient exam/treatment rooms, where space may be limited and confined.

Requires a combination of working independently and close communication with providers. Hours may be irregular at times; overtime may be required.

General supervision is provided by the Practice Manager with additional instructions, guidance, and direction by the physicians or providers with whom the RN is working.

Job Classification

FLSA: Non-exempt

Hourly/Salary: Hourly

Physical Exposures

Hazardous Substances - Yes

Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes

Infectious Diseases - Yes

Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation - Yes

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