Nurse Navigator, Nephrology Clinic - PT - Augusta, GA

Nurse Navigator (PT) in a nephrology clinic provides disease-specific nursing leadership to help patients, families, and caregivers overcome barriers to care. The role uses the nursing process to educate and coordinate resources, improve access to timely care, and support program growth within Wellstar's cancer care/navigation initiatives. Responsibilities include serving as a subject matter expert in navigation, collaborating with program leadership, coordinating care across interdisciplinary teams, mentoring staff, ensuring compliance with safety and accreditation standards, and contributing to data collection and performance improvement. Requires an RN license with 3+ years of nursing practice and experience in outpatient care or care coordination; BLS certification is required at hire. The position emphasizes patient-centered care, diverse populations, and the ability to interface with patients and providers in person, by telephone, and electronically.