Nurse Navigator Pulmonary Disease
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Job Location:
Hartford, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day ShiftDescription:
Position Summary
At Saint Francis Hospital part of Trinity Health of New England we are committed to
providing innovative compassionate and mission-driven care to our community. We are
seeking a dedicated Interventional Pulmonology Nurse Navigator to join our growing
Thoracic Oncology and Interventional Pulmonology Program.
In this specialized role you will serve as the central guide and advocate for patients facing
lung cancer airway disorders pleural disease and other complex pulmonary conditions.
The Nurse Navigator ensures patients and families receive timely access to advanced
diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including EBUS robotic/navigational
bronchoscopy airway stenting pleural interventions and bronchoscopic lung volume
reduction.
By coordinating care across a multidisciplinary team of pulmonologists thoracic
surgeons oncologists radiologists and primary care providers you will streamline the
patient journey reduce barriers to care and improve outcomes. This is a unique
opportunity to be part of a highly innovative program that is reshaping the way pulmonary
care is delivered in the Hartford region.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Navigation & Advocacy
- Serve as the primary point of contact for patients referred to the Interventional Pulmonology (IP) program.
- Provide education support and guidance to patients and families before during and after procedures.
- Identify barriers to care and connect patients with community and hospital resources.
- Care Coordination & Clinical Support
- Coordinate procedures diagnostic testing consultations and follow-up appointments.
- Communicate test results and care plans with patients families and referring providers.
- Triage and respond to patient calls escalating clinical concerns when needed.
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Actively participate in weekly tumor boards and case conferences.
- Ensure all relevant clinical information is available for team-based decision making.
- Facilitate communication among providers to deliver seamless patient-centered care.
Program Growth & Quality Initiatives
- Support identification of patients eligible for advanced procedures (including lung cancer screening and BLVR candidates).
- Collect and track program metrics outcomes and patient satisfaction data.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and community outreach related to lung health.
- Professional Standards
- Maintain current clinical knowledge in interventional pulmonology thoracic oncology and advanced pulmonary procedures.
- Serve as a mentor and resource for nursing staff trainees and colleagues.
- Uphold Trinity Health of New Englands mission and values in every patient interaction.
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) with current Connecticut state licensure required; BSN preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of nursing experience; pulmonary thoracic oncology or procedural nursing strongly preferred.
- Prior experience in care navigation case management or coordination preferred.
- Strong organizational communication and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Why Join Saint Francis Hospital Trinity Health of New England
- Be part of a mission-driven organization that values compassion integrity and excellence.
- Work in a growing interventional pulmonology program with access to cutting-edge technology and procedures.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team committed to innovation quality and patient-centered care.
- Enjoy competitive compensation benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a nationally recognized health system.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- ICU Experience
- Dermal Fillers
- Experience Administering Injections
- Home Care
- Nursing
- Botox Experience
- Critical Care Experience
- Medication Administration
- Tube Feeding
About Company
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity ... View more
