NurseNavigator1(H)

**_Current Employees:_** If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click [here](https://www.myworkday.com/umiami/d/task/1422$7248.htmld) to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this [tip sheet](https://my.it.miami.edu/wda/erpsec/tipsheets/ER_eRecruiting_ApplyforaJob.pdf). The department of Medicine, division of Cardiovascular, has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Nurse Navigator to work onsite on the UHealth campus. The Nurse Navigator 1 (H) is the initial point of contact for a patient entering the health system and assures timely scheduling of the first appointment, and coordination of care after completion of the first appointment and supports the patient throughout the care continuum. The Nurse Navigator 1 (H) serves as a liaison between patients, families, caregivers, and the multidisciplinary care team. The incumbent demonstrates a commitment to quality patient care, implements creative and innovative ways to meet the diverse needs of the patients and ensures best practices. **CORE JOB FUNCTIONS** * Triages new patient appointments to the appropriate provider(s) and assures timely scheduling of initial appointments. * Reviews outside medical records for appropriate scheduling. * Assess barriers to care and refers to support services, local, and national organizations when needed. * Educates on the treatment plan for patients based on diagnosis. * Supports patients throughout the care continuum. * Counsels individuals and patients on positive health practices. * Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of experts to outline the best treatment for patients. * Performs holistic evaluation of specialty population, making use of enhanced proven techniques and procedures to achieve better results. * Implements the improvement of patient care, and healthcare policies and resources. * Mentors other healthcare profession