Navigator RN

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Tacoma, WA 98405, US

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Navigator RN, you will provide expert nursing guidance and support to patients as they navigate complex healthcare journeys. Franciscan Medical Group, part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is currently seeking a PER DIEM (0.0FTE) RN-Navigator for our Franciscan Cardio Thoracic Surgery Associates Clinic in Tacoma, WA. Looking for an engaged, energetic and passionate Nurse Navigator interested in high quality patient care within our amazing group of surgeons in our Cardiothoracic department. This role will supprts our Cardiac and Thoracic Surgeon's and directly impact the care of our patients. Competitive pay, great schedule with clinic hours only, no holidays or weekends.

Every day you will assess patient needs, educate on treatment options, coordinate care across multiple providers, and facilitate access to resources, acting as a central point of contact.

To be successful, you will demonstrate strong clinical knowledge, exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach to ensure seamless and informed care.

Coordinates care for all assigned patients throughout the continuum of care from diagnosis to release from care. Develops and shares assessments, goals, nursing interventions and patient response; remains a support system throughout the patient’s course of treatment.
Provides education to meet the needs to patient, families, healthcare providers, and the community.
Consults and collaborates with other providers to meet the medical, social, and financial needs of patients; Formulates an individualized, holistic care plan for patients and evaluates general management of patients and patient’s response to nursing interventions and multi-disciplinary treatment plans.
Provides accurate and timely data tracking, management, evaluation and reporting of clinical/treatment protocols/practices through ongoing observation and analysis of current activities.
Provides operational support and contributes to clinical research activities conducted by department.

Job Requirements

Required

Bachelors Of Science Science or other related discipline and three years of related professional nursing work experience in the clinical focus area that demonstrates the attainment of the requisite job knowledge, skills and abilities, upon hire and
Associates Other or Additional equivalent qualifying work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge/abilities may be substituted for two years of the degree requirement, upon hire and
Registered Nurse: WA, upon hire and
Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Preferred

Masters Of Science Nursing or related field and Previous navigator work experience, upon hire

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

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