Nurse Navigator Neurology

Provides a seamless approach to case coordination by performing multiple responsibilities to ensure optimal patient care. Analyzes the medical record and collaborates with care physicians, patients, family members, and other healthcare team members including case management, to develop a realistic treatment plan. Provides guidance and appropriate resources to patients and families through the assessment of social, financial, and emotional needs.

Works collaboratively with appropriate staff to coordinate consultations, referrals, initiation and continuation of home care services, and DME orders. Acts as a patient advocate through the continuum and is available to the physician, patient, and family as a resource to facilitate communication. Collaborates with patients, families, and caregivers to ensure care is coordinated across the healthcare continuum.

In collaboration with physicians and service line leadership, develops standards of care, practice guidelines, and diagnosis-based protocols. Coordinates patient referrals to other physicians and specialists. Proactively identifies problems and recommends appropriate changes.

Communicates effectively and professionally while maintaining patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations. Assessment, data, and order entry, scheduling, and other duties as assigned.