Registered Nurse Patient Navigator

Summary

The RN Navigator enhances the patient experience by interfacing with various patient care teams and assists to provide comprehensive care to patients

who are in need of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, and those newly diagnosed with medical conditions requiring treatment/follow-up.

The RN Navigator works collaboratively with radiologists (both interventional and diagnostic), genetic counselors, referring physicians, treating physicians, surgeons and other treatment navigators to ensure that the patient gets seamless care for optimum outcomes.

This position provides clinical functions as required in support of services and participates in maintaining a safe, cost-effective patient care environment. The RN Navigator also serves as a community liaison for education and awareness.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates care for patients and families.
• Provides initial patient contact.
• Develops plan to assist patients with scheduling.
• Identifies patient trends, receives referrals from patients, coordinates housing for patients.

Qualifications:
Education

Graduate of an accredited Nursing program.

Preferred: BSN

Experience

1 - 2 years experience in a clinical setting;

Preferred: 3 to 5 years in a RN Navigator role

Certifications/Licensure: RN License in the State of Arizona, or other Compact State, Basic Life Support; Preferred: RN Navigator Certification

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.