Cardiac Navigator

Description: RESPONSIBLE FOR: Responsible for assisting patients with complex heart related concerns and their caregivers through the continuum of care and supporting their decision-making processes. Integral team member of the Cardiology Team dedicated to providing an excellent patient experience and coordinating their visit. Gathering required information from patients or external sources to enable a thorough clinical evaluation. Assembling appropriate clinical information for prospective review by the multidisciplinary team or treating physician. Coordinating additional testing procedures as directed by the team or treating physician. Educating patients about the prescribed treatment plan. Routing patients to complementary support services as needed. Providing community education and outreach services that promote this patient centered care model. Qualifications: MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing or Physician Assistant Program. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Two (2) years of nursing experience required if RN. A masters degree from a PA or NP program may substituted for nursing experience. MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: Current RN license in the state of Georgia OR certification to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Georgia. ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in working with cardiac disease population [in the specialized field of cardiology care: Advanced Heart Failure, EP, or Structural Heart]. Knowledge and experience in using the EMR system.

Created: 2024-11-02