Job Title: Clinician Navigator

Department: Interventional Services

Location: Unity Hospital

Hours Per Week: Full Time - 40 Hours

Schedule: Monday through Friday - Days; No weekends, holidays, or on-call.

SUMMARY

As a Clinician Navigator, your experience and understanding of chronic illness is key in advocating for patients and providing them with the best healthcare treatment resources and optimal clinical outcomes. 

IR/Cath Lab

The Cardiology Lab (Cath Lab) and the Interventional Radiology Lab are high-acuity procedural areas serving a diverse adult patient population. The RNs on this unit will support adult patients, often with comorbidities such as coronary artery disease, stroke risk, peripheral vascular disease, etc. You will collaborate with ICU, ED, and inpatient units for urgent/emergent cases. We use advanced imaging systems (e.g., fluoroscopy, CT-guided interventions), hemodynamic monitoring, and sedation protocols. This role requires adaptability, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, procedure-driven environment with frequent transitions between patient care and technical support.

ATTRIBUTES

• Five (5) years of acute hospital care experience

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong problem solving, decision making and critical thinking skills

• Ability to recognize and manage emergencies

• Strong knowledge of specific chronic care regimen

• Time management and organizational skills

• Must be self-directed and able to collaborate 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care. Serve as the patient’s first line of communication throughout the entire treatment program; coordinate multiple and complex technologies as part of the diagnosis and treatment; coordinate appointments and procedures; perform direct patient care, nursing documentation, symptom management, patient and family education and counseling 

• Leadership. Form a collaborative practice among the care management team (i.e. surgeons, nurses, social workers, etc.); provide community outreach and education regarding the program; respond to calls concerning the program

• Collaboration. Work closely with the physician during patient visits; become aware of the treatment plan, expected outcomes and possible treatment complications 

EDUCATION:

BS

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: 

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), NP - Nurse Practitioner Certification - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED), OT - Occupational Therapist - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED), PT - Physical Therapist - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED), RN - Registered Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$82,742.00 - $113,568.00Rochester14626

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.