What are the responsibilities and job description for the Care Navigator position at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission?
Care Navigator - AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
- Benefits from Day One
- Paid Days Off from Day One
- Career Development
- Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
- Mental Health Resources and Support
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Monday-Friday 8-4:30pm
Location : 7450 Kessler St, Suite 204 Shawnee Mission, 66204
The role you’ll contribute:
The Care Navigator will identify and work with high utilizers of the care in a variety of care setting, e.g. the emergency department. The Coordinators may initially meet the patient at the time of during an episode of care and will provide community case management services based on program criteria. This program is based on a holistic bio psychosocial model and will assess various domains of health as a means to improving the patient’s health status and psychosocial functioning. Case Management consists of education, resource referral and support. Community Care Coordinators provide education to patients on disease management, appropriate pain management and navigation of the healthcare system. Guidance, direction and support are given to address needs. Communication with providers and other healthcare stakeholders is ongoing. The Care Navigator will work as part of an interdisciplinary Community Care Program Team. The core members of the team will be the Care Navigators , the Program Director, the ED Physicians, Primary Care Physicians, and other disciplines as indicated by the needs of the patient. These can include nursing, pharmacy, case managers, transition coaches, discharge planners, clinical coordinators and other ancillary services.
The value you’ll bring to the team:
- Demonstrate and convey a favorable image of the Medical Center.
- Attend in service programs of continuing education and review current literature as a means to evaluate and enhance current treatment practices.
- Adjust and enhance clinical expertise to meet changing healthcare needs.
- Admit mistakes openly and seeks ways to correct the problem.Create a safe environment for honest and open communication.
- Seek appropriate consultation.
The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:
Minimum qualifications :
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing OR Master’s Degree in Social Work
- Kansas Registered Nurse License or Kansas Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Preferred qualifications:
- 2 to 5 Years of Position Related Experience
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category: Behavioral
Organization: AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1 - Day
Req ID: 25002012
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
