LPN - Nurse Navigator Licensed Practical Nurse - Adult Echocardiography

This role is full-time; 40 hours weekly; Days. A minimum of 2 years LPN work experience is required. Cardiovascular and Adult Echocardiography experience is strongly preferred. 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 Job Duties: • Utilizes clinical knowledge to determine actions necessary to facilitate patient introduction to the program. • Performs and documents evaluation of patients needs primarily by telephone or review of documentation. • Effectively collaborates with other healthcare providers in coordinating and implementing the patients plan of care, to include evaluation, treatment, and surveillance. • Effectively communicates with patient via mail, telephone, and in person regarding information pertinent to their care. • Assures pertinent patient information is received and available for provider interaction with patient. • Coordinates patient needs for the program. • Serves as the point of contact for providers. • Coordinates patient activities, such as support groups, educational series, as appropriate. • Provides limited patient and family education based on individual needs either in person or by telephone. • Coordinates patient activities through available support services, as appropriate. • Maintains systems and processes sufficient to assure timely follow-up and surveillance of patients for both Programs. • Serves as a liaison with Scheduling Services to ensure appropriate scheduling of patients. • Develops and implements patient screening tools and efficient clinic procedures. • Assists in the development and implementation of efficient patient navigational procedures. • Investigates patient concerns including appointment access, communication, and billing. • Maintains clinical supply inventory. • Responsible for conducting medical record reviews to report findings to physician specialist. • Provides nursing care and assists physician and procedures. • Routinely inspects and observes condition and operation of equipment to ensure proper operation and identify the need for preventive and corrective maintenance per guideline. • Performs ongoing maintenance of exam and treatment rooms. 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.