Nurse Navigator

We are looking to add a motivated full-time associate to our growing practice at East Texas Kidney Specialists in Longview, TX. We are a fast-paced, 5 physician nephrology practice providing care to patients coming from all across East Texas. As a nurse navigator, you play a vital role in supporting our patients and healthcare team.

Essential Functions: Demonstrate clinical competence in the direct care of patients and the following patient needs to assure high standards of care. Functions in an accurate and efficient manner.

· CKD Education

· Medical Nutrition Therapy Referral

· Vascular Access Referral

· Supportive Care Referral if appropriate

· Advance Care Planning if appropriate

· Dialysis Modality Preference Discussions

· Follow-Up Care Intervals for this group of patients

· Pre-emptive Transplant Referrals when appropriate

· Discussion of In-Center Initiation of Dialysis when time appropriate

· Transitional Care Management for hospital discharges

Areas of importance for focus of this position:

· Reduction of initiation of dialysis with catheters

· Increase the number of in-center initiation of dialysis

· Initiating dialysis with a functioning AV fistula

· Increase number of pre-emptive transplant referrals (eGFR<20)

· Discuss home dialysis modalities with all candidates

· Refer patients for evaluation for fistula and vein mapping evaluation

Performs necessary duties required for the efficient operation of the office:

· Participates in reviewing laboratory tests and assists with patient phone calls as necessary.

· Handles telephone calls from patients/family members in a courteous, informative manner. Relays messages to physician as appropriate. Provide follow-up to patients/ family members/physicians as necessary.

· Documents appropriate information in medical records clearly and accurately according to procedures.

· Identifies patient’s need for education, additional information, etc., and seeks assistance as necessary.

· Follows infection control policies and procedures.

Participates as a team member in the office to facilitate a pleasant cohesive atmosphere for staff, patients, physicians.

The Patient Care Navigator will manage the care coordination for a panel of identified CKD Stage 4 and 5 patients in each office. This position will work in a collaborative manner with the care team in each office to develop an individualized and comprehensive care plan for these patients.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Current Texas State License
• Preferred - Bilingual
• Previous nephrology experience preferred

Compensation & Benefits:

• Hourly rate dependent upon experience and credentialing
• Full-time (40 hours/ week)
• Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (No evenings or weekends)
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, 401(k) plan with Match.
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Mileage reimbursement

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Physical Setting:

• Clinic

Experience:

• nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• nursing license (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30