Nurse Navigator

Baylor Scott & White Health•Plano, TX

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Navigator ensures prompt patient care and is the main entry point. They collaborate with the healthcare team to meet patient needs, organize care, and review requirements. The successful applicant will work autonomously and with others to advocate, educate, and coordinate for patients. Good communication skills are required. The Heart Hospital Plano- Make YOUR move! Are you looking to increase your knowledge base? Are you seeking a place that fosters an environment of dynamic learning, mentoring, and supporting each team member. Are you looking to build on your skills as a nurse to be in a state-of-the-art facility? The Heart Hospital Plano-Outpatient Services Department Our outpatient department is a fast-paced environment that includes high acuity patients. Are you looking to increase your knowledge base? Our leadership team fosters an environment that supports learning, mentoring, and building every team member. Patient Population: Adult thoracic and abdominal aortic aneurysms patients requiring evaluation and treatment Patient Ratios: Supports a caseload of complex aortic patients across the care continuum Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. We never settle by constantly striving for better. We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Requirements

Min of 3 years of clinical nurse experience
Bachelor degree.
You should have at least (3) three years of relevant experience.
License Registered Nurse (RN)
(BLS) Basic Life Support should be acquired within (30) thirty days of being hired.

Nice To Haves

Experience in cardiology, vascular, or specialty clinic environment and familiarity with aortic aneurysm disease and management of adult patients is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate with health professionals to conduct necessary tests for clear diagnoses.
Ensure patients have smooth access to top-quality healthcare at all treatment stages.
Collaborating with doctors and providers is vital.
Education for patients and families is essential. Include diagnoses, treatments, and services.
Your role is crucial in patient care.
Your role will require an exemplary level of responsibility including decision-making and delegation to ensure safe, professional patient care.
Regularly visit physicians and staff.
You will be a liaison between them and patients.
Provide information about our facilities and general guidance to patients and families.
You may need to help patients and families navigate the hospital and provide regular follow-ups.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Organise tasks and work efficiently, as it's vital in evaluating the needs of patients and executing care plans.
Navigate through the complexity of the healthcare system, acting as a go-between and advocate for patients throughout their healthcare journey.