Registered Nurse Navigator - Nephrology

Facilitates entrance of new patients into care programs. Provides patient education, promotes an understanding of the condition, and provides ongoing continuity of care for patients.

This role is full-time, 40 hours weekly; Days.

A minimum of 2 years related experience is required.

Benefits at Geisinger

We offer a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Three medical plan choices , including expanded network options

• Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA)

• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance

• 401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions

• Generous PTO that accrues quickly

• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year

• MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives

• Family-friendly support : adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and Care.com membership

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals, and more

• Voluntary

benefits

accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more

Job

Duties

• Responsible for the coordination of pre and post hospital care.

• Serves as the liaison between the patient and caregivers.

• Coordinates appropriate multidisciplinary clinics.

• Performs duties as a patient navigator guiding incoming calls and facilitating entrance of new patients into the multi-disciplinary program.

• Facilitates entrance of new patients into care programs.

• Provides patient education, promotes an understanding of the condition, and provides ongoing continuity of care for patients.

• Provides clinical support to the provider and patients to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions.

• Collaborates with other healthcare providers in coordinating and implementing the patient's plan of care including evaluation, treatment, follow-up and surveillance.

• Communicates with patient via mail, telephone, and in person regarding information pertinent to their care Coordinates patient and interdisciplinary activities to meet the needs of a defined group of patients.

• Acts as an effective resource.

• Coordinat's patient activities through the interdisciplinary clinics as appropriate.

• Reinforces patient and family education based on individual needs either in person or by telephone.

• Coordinates patient activities through available support services, such as support groups and social services as appropriate.

• Maintains systems and processes to assure timely follow-up and surveillance of post-follow-up patients.

• Provides nursing care and assists physician and procedures.

• Educates other team members in area of expertise.

Position Details

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Responsibilities

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Nursing (Preferred)

Experience

Minimum of 2 years-Related work experience (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania; Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body

Skills

Communication; Teamwork; Interpersonal Communication; Patient Assessment And Care; Health Information Documentation; Clinical Skills