Discharge Throughput Nurse Navigator

Job description

Discharge Throughput Nurse Navigator Position Summary: The Discharge Throughput Nurse Navigator is responsible for the performance of and oversight of discharge call back protocols for patients at risk for readmissions. This Nurse Navigator will make management decisions with the goals on creating the highest standard of care for patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings and continuing to develop initiatives to improve the quality of the readmission Program. In addition, working closely within the SBM healthcare system and all SBM outpatient services to develop and maintain patient safety practices throughout Suffolk County. Maintain a strong presence in the communities by developing patient education materials, and dev eloping strong inpatient/outpatient marketing and outreach effort. Duties of a Discharge Throughput Nurse Navigator may include the following but are not limited to: - Generate and Evaluate patient readmission risk lists and place patient call backs focused on the high risk patients. - Engage patients in meaningful discussion of follow-up discharge plans, assist in coordinating follow up appointments. Educate patients to self-care strategies. - Connect pati...