Overview

Elevate Your Nursing Career as a Registered Nurse Navigator - Neurosurgery at IU Health!

Are you passionate about providing exceptional patient care and seeking to take your nursing expertise to the next level? IU Health Neuroscience Center, part of Indiana's leading healthcare network, invites a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our team as a Registered Nurse (RN) Navigator specializing in Neurosurgery.

Schedule: Onsite - Monday through Friday, Day shift.

Why IU Health?

• Be part of Indiana's most comprehensive healthcare system
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Competitive compensation with shift differentials
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Extensive health and wellness benefits
• Ongoing educational resources and training programs

Position Summary:

The RN Navigator coordinates the care needs of assigned patients and develops comprehensive plans to manage care delivery across the patient care continuum. Partners with patients and their primary physicians to develop customized care plans based on their individual needs and preferences. Collaborates with physicians, nurses, health professionals, social work, and others to ensure appropriate tests and treatments are delivered in a timely fashion. Advocates for the patient. Balances care needs and financial considerations to ensure efficient and effective treatments are achieved.

Qualifications:

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN).
• Bachelors of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program. 3-5 years of experience preferred.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Specialty certifications may be required per unit/department specialty in accordance with the department provision of care.
• Requires knowledge of personal computers using various types of word processing and database software.
• Requires clinical work experience, medical terminology.
• Requires understanding of medical record requirements, regulations and policies.