Nurse Navigator - RN

Nurse Navigator - RN

Position Information

Job Type/Hours per Week

Full-Time/ 40/Hrs per week

Salary

Salary depends on education and relevant experience.

Hiring Department

Specialty/ Neuro Clinic

Location

This position is located at the UT Tyler Health Science Centercampus.

Required Application Materials

A single PDF or Word document containing a resume, letter ofinterest, and a list of the names and contact information for three(3) professional references is required to apply.

Important Instructions:

When prompted to upload your “resume”, upload your combineddocuments as one file.

Please do not upload documents to “Cover Letter” or“References”.

If the required application materials were not uploaded at the“resume” prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply toupload your combined documents as one file.

Job Summary

The Nurse Navigator works closely with physicians in variousspecialty areas and coordinates a patient's plan of care,communication, and program. Position provides expert individualizedcare coordination to patients and their families ensuring a timelyschedule for diagnostic work-up. Position also communicates betweenthe patient and the multidisciplinary team ensuring the patientreceives all the necessary referrals and follow-up.

Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks

• Develop and enhance processes with the aim at improving theclinical experience for patients and their caregivers.
• Reviews referrals for appropriate testing and information priorto approval by Providers.
• Coordinate with information technology and quality departmentsto ensure quality measures are met and data is recordedaccurately.
• Utilize clinical protocols to refer patients for appropriatescreenings and diagnostic testing
• Maintain knowledge of current state, federal, and facilityrequirements to meet current healthcare goals related to patientsafety, reimbursement, and healthcare quality standards.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement anup-to-date plan of care.
• Assess, develop, and implement effective patient and familyteaching to accurately assess readiness to learn.
• Communicate with all members of the healthcare team on behalfof the patient, caregivers, outside entities that are included inthe care of the patient
• Assist the patient with referrals to the patient financialcounselor when needed
• Collaborate with the marketing and outreach departments toeducate referring physicians and local communities about thefacilities and services provided.
• Establish quality improvement projects with residents andfellows.
• Maintain a patient database and participate in patientrecruitment for clinical research.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Experience

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Nurse Navigator experience

Required Certifications/Licenses

• Certified RN. (Must possess and maintain a current license orvalid permit to practice in TX)
• Possess and maintain current BLS Certification.

Accompanying Knowledge, Skills,Abilities and Competencies

• Strong customer service and communication skills, both inperson and over the phone.
• Proven track record in the development of quality clinicalservices.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a high degree ofaccuracy.
• Decisive ability to interact with patients in a calm andpositive manner.
• Distinct capacity to manage multiple responsibilitieseffectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify andresolve issues efficiently.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both verbal andnonverbal.

About The University of Texas at Tyler and UT Tyler HealthScience Center

The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigiousUniversity of Texas System that includes 14 institutions locatedthroughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls10,000 students and consists of six colleges.

Designated an R2 research institution by the CarnegieClassification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tylersupports our surrounding region through innovation intended touplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserveecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highestCarnegie classification in East Texas.

Providing exceptional patient care, comprehensive education andinnovative research, The University of Texas at Tyler HealthScience Center and UT Health East Texas combine to serve as theuniversity medical center for Northeast Texas and beyond.

For more information, please visit

Why work for UT Tyler? Find out more: Why Work for UT Tyler?

Additional Information

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement Systemof Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours perweek and at least 135 days in length.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas EducationCode Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtaincriminal history record information. Applicants selected must beable to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States bytime of hire.

For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, pleasevisit

Clinical Position Requirements

Clinical positions require pre-screening through our OccupationalHealth department, including a drug test. Employees are required toobtain annual influenza vaccines.

EEO Statement

The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment OpportunityEmployer.