[Hiring] Registered Nurse Navigator @Cardiac Study Center

Role Description

The Nurse Navigator plays a critical role in bridging the gap between patients and the complex healthcare system. Acting as a registered nurse, case manager, and patient advocate, this role supports patients across the continuum of cardiology care—from referrals and specialty access to outcomes monitoring and education. This role is ideal for someone passionate about guiding patients through their care journey, enhancing program performance, and delivering top-tier care through leadership, clinical insight, and coordination.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Care Navigation & Patient Advocacy
  • Coordinate referrals, specialty access, and follow-ups
  • Serve as liaison between patients, providers, and the care team
  • Ensure patients receive appropriate psychosocial and emotional support
  • Guide patients through the health system and address barriers to care
• Program Monitoring & Quality Improvement
  • Collect, trend, and analyze outcomes data for performance enhancement
  • Identify best practices and support training plan development
  • Recommend and implement program or workflow improvements
• Education & Community Engagement
  • Educate patients and families on treatment and navigation
  • Support staff training, in-services, and skill development
  • Create educational materials and participate in outreach activities
• Team Collaboration & Leadership
  • Serve as a clinical expert and resource across hospital and clinic settings
  • Establish collaborative communication across providers and stakeholders
  • Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and drive coordination of care

Qualifications

• Current WA State RN license (Multistate license required within 6 months of hire)
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (Associate degree with additional experience may be considered)
• 3+ years of recent clinical experience in cardiology or related specialty
• Strong knowledge of clinical workflows, payer guidelines, and case management
• High level of independence, critical thinking, and communication skills
• Must reside in Washington State

Requirements

• Preferred: Master's degree in Nursing
• Certification in the assigned area of specialty

Benefits

• Remote-first role (approx. 90%) with occasional site visits
• Monday–Friday schedule – no nights, weekends, or holidays
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Tuition Assistance to support your continued education
• Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with match
• Paid holidays, floating holidays, and vacation
• Access to mental health resources and wellness initiatives
• Mission-driven organization with a tight-knit, collaborative team
• Opportunity to lead meaningful clinical and operational improvements