Nurse Navigator

Overview

What Nurse Navigator Contributes To Cardinal Health:
Nursing is responsible for delivery of safe and efficient quality nursing care. Examines patients and administers prescribed medications to facilitate healing and increase comfort. Nursing requires training and or licensed to care for patients.

The Nurse Navigator is a registered nurse who acts as patient advocate, guiding individuals through the healthcare system by coordinating appointments and educating them about disease and treatment options. This position provides comprehensive care coordination for a disease‑specific group of urology patients.

• Manage case load of patients with chronic disease under the care of physicians along with Medical Assistant
• Serve as a focal point for patients, directing them to appropriate resources compassionately and timely
• Assist patients with understanding disease process, treatment options and through consultation planning, help them with optimizing visits with physician
• Ensure knowledge of resources and treatment options is up to date
• Improve healthcare access for patients and promote client knowledge
• Collaborate with medical providers, patient care staff and clinic management in planning and implementation of patient and staff education
• Consult with department staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care
• Assess patient’s plan of care and develop, implement, monitor and document utilization of resources and progress of the patient through their care
• Serve as a liaison for referring physicians and assist with scheduling initial tests and consultations
• Ensure patient and family understand diagnostic processes, care strategy and recommended actions, and are provided appropriate information in coordination with physician
• Respond to patient requests regarding disease process, expected side effects and community resources
• Establish and promote a collaborative relationship with physicians, payers, and other members of healthcare team
• Adhere to laws and regulations of Medicare, Medicaid, and other governmental payers in relation to job duties
• Attend staff meetings, clinical meetings, and training in‑services as scheduled and required
• Adhere to clinical dress code policy
• Adhere to attendance guidelines
• Promote teamwork and work effectively with others; displays a positive attitude at all times
• Demonstrate professionalism and compassion to patients and coworkers
• Report in good faith to the unit manager or practice administrator any suspected violation of applicable laws and/or regulations
• Understand and follow HIPAA and Corporate Compliance guidelines to secure patient and corporate information
• Responsible for in‑office dispensing duties that involve patient in program
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager or physician while maintaining a helpful attitude
• Strong oral and written communication skills for corresponding with physicians, patients and employees
• All other duties as assigned

• Associate's Degree in Science
• Bachelor's degree, preferred
• Active Nursing license in Ohio, in good standing
• Minimum 3 years RN experience, preferred
• Effective communication and writing skills
• Ability to multitask and work in fast‑paced environment
• Urology experience, highly preferred
• Oncology experience, a plus

Southwest Urology

6900 Pearl Road

Middleburg Heights, OH 44130

• Coordinate and supervise daily activities of operations or business staff
• Administer and exercise policies and procedures
• Ensure employees operate within guidelines
• Decisions have direct impact on work unit operations and customers
• Frequently interact with subordinates, customers, and peer groups at various management levels
• Interactions normally involve information exchange and basic problem resolution

Anticipated salary range: $80,900 - $103,950

Bonus eligible:
No

Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401(k) savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlex Pay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short‑ and long‑term disability…