RN - Registered Nurse Navigator - ENT

Facilitates entrance of new patients into care programs. Provides patient education, promotes an understanding of the condition, and provides ongoing continuity of care for patients. This role is full-time, 40 hours weekly; Days. Benefits at Geisinger: We offer a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one, including: • Health, dental, and vision insurance • Three medical plan choices , including expanded network options • Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA) • Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance • 401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions • Generous PTO that accrues quickly • Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year • MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives • Family-friendly support : adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and Care.com membership • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals, and more • Voluntary benefits : accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more This role is full-time, 40 hours weekly; Days. Job Duties: • Responsible for the coordination of pre and post hospital care. • Serves as the liaison between the patient and caregivers. • Coordinates appropriate multidisciplinary clinics. • Performs duties as a patient navigator guiding incoming calls and facilitating entrance of new patients into the multi-disciplinary program. • Facilitates entrance of new patients into care programs. • Provides patient education, promotes an understanding of the condition, and provides ongoing continuity of care for patients. • Provides clinical support to the provider and patients to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions. • Collaborates with other healthcare providers in coordinating and implementing the patient's plan of care including evaluation, treatment, follow-up and surveillance. • Communicates with patient via mail, telephone, and in person regarding information pertinent to their care Coordinates patient and interdisciplinary activities to meet the needs of a defined group of patients. • Acts as an effective resource. • Coordinat's patient activities through the interdisciplinary clinics as appropriate. • Reinforces patient and family education based on individual needs either in person or by telephone. • Coordinates patient activities through available support services, such as support groups and social services as appropriate. • Maintains systems and processes to assure timely follow-up and surveillance of post-follow-up patients. • Provides nursing care and assists physician and procedures. • Educates other team members in area of expertise. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.