Northside Hospital Inc.
Nurse Navigator - Practice
Northside Hospital Inc., Lawrenceville, Georgia, United States, 30243
Overview
Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today. Responsibilities
The Nurse Navigator is responsible for the coordination of patient care across the continuum under the auspices of a provider’s prescribed plan of care, national guidelines, and within the scope of nursing practice. The navigator educates and provides information and support to patients in order to guide and facilitate understanding of treatment plans prescribed by licensed practitioners and/or within the scope of nursing practice. Monitors patient outcomes and participates in quality improvement activities. Contributes to and collaborates with health care team members to positively impact patient outcomes and patient experiences. Facilitates a clear line of communication between referring physicians and care providers to avoid delayed treatment planning, missing opportunities for early diagnosis and treatment of potential cardio toxicity. Follows up with referring physicians, providing updates on the patients and families referred to the program. Qualifications
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing and three (3) years of clinical experience in Cardiology OR Associate Degree in Nursing with five (5) years of clinical experience in Cardiology Registered Nurse license in the state of Georgia Working knowledge of service line and strong foundation in patient support programs Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Self-motivated, independent work skills Professional written and verbal communication skills Detailed and results-oriented individual Strong interpersonal skills Work Hours:
7-4 Weekend Requirements:
No On-Call Requirements:
No
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Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today. Responsibilities
The Nurse Navigator is responsible for the coordination of patient care across the continuum under the auspices of a provider’s prescribed plan of care, national guidelines, and within the scope of nursing practice. The navigator educates and provides information and support to patients in order to guide and facilitate understanding of treatment plans prescribed by licensed practitioners and/or within the scope of nursing practice. Monitors patient outcomes and participates in quality improvement activities. Contributes to and collaborates with health care team members to positively impact patient outcomes and patient experiences. Facilitates a clear line of communication between referring physicians and care providers to avoid delayed treatment planning, missing opportunities for early diagnosis and treatment of potential cardio toxicity. Follows up with referring physicians, providing updates on the patients and families referred to the program. Qualifications
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing and three (3) years of clinical experience in Cardiology OR Associate Degree in Nursing with five (5) years of clinical experience in Cardiology Registered Nurse license in the state of Georgia Working knowledge of service line and strong foundation in patient support programs Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. Self-motivated, independent work skills Professional written and verbal communication skills Detailed and results-oriented individual Strong interpersonal skills Work Hours:
7-4 Weekend Requirements:
No On-Call Requirements:
No
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