RN Navigator at Corewell Health

About Dearborn Hospital

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the “Top 10 Hospitals” in Michigan, this major teaching and research hospital has been advancing care since 1953. It is a Level II trauma center and has been recognized for clinical excellence and innovation in the fields of orthopedics, neurosciences, women’s health, heart & vascular, and cancer care.

Scope of Work

The Nurse Navigator will assess the patient's individual needs and develop a plan of care to meet those needs. This role includes providing education and support to patients, families, staff and caregivers. The goals of this position include improving patient care and flow, eliminating barriers, and improving the overall patient experience by connecting the patient and family with appropriate resources and services. This position is designed to facilitate an effective process of the new care model; supporting quality patient care, safety and financial components; promoting integration of a seamless care model; coordinating patient discharge planning for post-acute services, length of stay (LOS) management and utilization management; collaborating to include coordination as evidenced by metrics, optimizing performance and adoption of best practice. Serves as a leader and resource for the health care team. Integrates new knowledge and evidence-based research into clinical practice. This position reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager and/or the Director of Nursing.

• Determine the appropriate appointment scheduling, by assessing patient pain, severity of injury, and schedule with appropriate physician group.
• Responsible for coordinating the care of patients in assigned service line.
• Knowledge and ability to ask appropriate clinical questions, and illicit patient information to determine appropriate action(s).
• Priorities include improving patient care and flow, eliminating barriers, and improving the overall patient experience by connecting the patient and family with appropriate resources and services.
• Access to multiple network clinical information systems to gather and verify patient demographic and clinical information.
• Collaborate with all care providers to assist in the provision of quality, cost effective patient care.

How we will care for you, while you care for our patients

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

• 3 years of relevant experience nursing experience Required

• Registered Nurse (RN) - State of Michigan Upon Hire required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required

Primary Location

SITE - Dearborn Hospital - 18101 Oakwood Blvd - Dearborn

Department Name

Cancer Center Programs - Dearborn

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

40

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.