RN,Lung Nodule Navigator, Full-time

Company: UT Health East Texas
Location: Tyler
Posted on: September 11, 2020

Job Description:

Job Description: Details: Advancing Healthcare Together - The Future of Healthcare is in East Texas Why UT Health - East Texas? Our People. Our people truly are our greatest strength. They make a massive difference in the amazing care we provide every day. We work closely together to create a positive experience for our patients and each other. Our Purpose. We will build on your experience and provide meaningful and purposeful career growth for your future. You will have the opportunity every day to make a difference in someone's life and change the course of healthcare. Our P lace. Tyler, Texas is a small town with a huge heart where you will have the privilege of caring for your neighbors. Everybody is somebody here. Representing the very best in healthcare, UT Health East Texas is comprised of 10 hospitals and more than 50 clinics across east Texas. With nearly 7,500 employees and over 1,000 licensed in-patient beds, UT Health East Texas provides healthcare services to thousands of patients annually through our hospitals, clinics, Level 1 trauma facility, air emergency fleet and EMS service in a metropolitan service area of a quarter-million people. Our Tyler hospital is seeking an experienced RN Navigator. We are looking for your experience, knowledge and patient care skills in our Pulmonary Department where you will be responsible for: What You Will Be Doing: * Work collaboratively with a multidiscplinary team to develop and implement an up to date care plan for each identified patient enrolled in the program. * Developments and enhances processes with the aim to improve the clinical experience for patients and physicians. * Communicate with all members of the healthcare team on behalf of the patient. * Utilizes clinical protocols to refer/navigate patients for appropriate screening and diagnostic testing * Collaborate with designated physicans to develop and maintain hospital protocols * Communicate with referring physician's offices as required by the patient and physician * Collaborate with marketing and outreach departments to educate referring physicians and facilities on services Details: So what experience are we looking for in our RNs? * Registered Nurse (RN) with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or higher. * At minimum 3 years of experience in nursing with clinical experience as a patient educator. * Possess and maintain current CPR certification * Must have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal * Good analytical and deduction skills * Ability to be sympathetic and provide emotional support to the patient * Should be organized and able to multi-task * Should be able to work in a fast paced healthcare environment and interact with others with a professional, positive manner. Now that you read about what you will be doing and the experience we seek, it is time to apply and make a difference in the lives of our patients. UT Health East Texas is an equal opportunity employer (including veterans and persons with disabilities).

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