Nurse Navigator - Heart Failure Clinic, PRN

Mercy Hospital South

Supports patients with heart failure and their families throughout evaluation, treatment, and ongoing management, ensuring a seamless outpatient experience.

Coordinates individualized, evidence-based care plans in collaboration with providers and interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes and reduce hospital readmissions. Serves as a clinical resource for physicians, staff, and patients, supporting best practices in heart failure management.

Identifies and manages patient populations through defined clinical criteria, tracking outcomes and quality metrics to support improved care delivery. Actively participates in process and quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, efficiency, and outcomes.

Ensures accurate and timely documentation in EPIC and other systems to support continuity of care and data-driven decision-making. Partners with providers and care teams to enhance patient access, education, and engagement, while supporting program growth and community awareness.

Promotes a team-focused environment with a commitment to professional growth, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate from an approved school of nursing
Licensure: Current RN license in the state of practice
Experience: 2–3 years of nursing experience required
Certifications: BLS required
Preferred Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Preferred Certification: ACLS

Physical Requirements

• Ability to push, pull, and/or lift up to 50 pounds
• Prolonged standing and walking throughout the shift
• Ability to bend, reach, kneel, twist, and squat as needed