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Nurse Navigator Lead CDH Advanced Endoscopy Lab Full-time Days Location Winfield, Illinois Business Unit Central DuPage Hospital Job REQID 182808 Job Function Clinical Nurse Shift Day Job (1st) Type of Employment Full-TimeThe salary range for this position is $40.00 - $40.00 (Hourly Rate)Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.Benefits:
$10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
$10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
$1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
$250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
Matching 401(k)
Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
Life insurance
Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
Paid time off and Holiday pay
DescriptionThe Lead Nurse Navigator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.
The Lead Nurse Navigator works collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to promote holistic, patient-centered care. This role requires self-direction and initiative in the roles of clinician, educator, and consultant, providing indirect patient care and expert consultation using in-depth clinical knowledge with support from leadership and clinical team.
Responsibilities:
Lead the development and implementation of a new navigation program for the Digestive Health Institute, Center of Advanced Endoscopy, ensuring seamless coordination and support for patients throughout their care journey.
Support the development of operational workflows and Epic build items, including work queues, progress notes, referral pathways, and other tools that enhance care coordination and efficiency.
Support the leadership team as they develop key performance indicators (KPIs) of the navigation program.
Be accountable for data management of the navigation program, ensuring accurate tracking and analysis of metrics (KPIs) that inform timely and safe disposition of navigated patients.
Establish and maintain key relationships with internal and external referral partners to support coordinated, patient-centered care and optimize access to services.
Oversee scalability of the navigation program, which may include the leading and mentoring of additional navigators as the program grows.
Build collaborative working relationships with providers of the Digestive Health Institute, Center of Advanced Endoscopy and utilize care conferencing as a mechanism to provide updates on navigated patients
Collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and ancillary staff to develop and communicate individualized care plans.
Assess and reassess patients and families for ongoing care needs, identifying high-risk criteria and initiating timely referrals.
Educate patients, families, and caregivers regarding diagnoses, treatment processes, therapies, and testing once informed of the diagnosis from their provider.
Maintain awareness of current research trials and collaborate with research staff for eligible patients
Promote exceptional customer service and maintain emotional composure under pressure
Communicate and coordinate care with other departments.
Perform other duties pertinent to the management of the program
QualificationsRequired:
Current RN license in the state of Illinois
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program
Minimum of five years of nursing experience, with current clinical experience within the past five years
Prior experience working in patient navigation or nurse case management
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
Microsoft Office knowledge
Preferred:
Certification in a practice area relevant to the care of patients with advanced GI diseases
Strongly prefer direct experience in a role that provided care of patients with advanced gastrointestinal diseases or positive cancer diagnoses
Proficiency of EPIC electronic medical records (EMR)
