RN Pulmonology Nurse Coordinator

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The pulmonology nurse navigator acts as a primary point of contact and advocate for patients and families going through the lung screening process, coordinating follow‑up care as needed, while providing appropriate education as the patient moves through the system of care. The nurse navigator also provides clinical support for the pulmonologist and the office practice.

Location:

Janesville, WI and Rockford, IL

Hours:

80 Hours/2 Weeks

Schedule:

Monday‑Friday, Day Shift

• Provides clinical nursing support for the pulmonologist and pulmonology patient population.
• Serves as an expert role model and clinical resource for the prevention program.
• Acts as patient advocate, offering emotional support and encouragement.
• Checks in with patients at home to verify appointments, medication adherence, and answer questions.
• Attends appointments as needed to verify understanding of test results, disease process, and treatment options.
• Responds to all inquiries, requests and issues which may arise with patients and families.
• Arranges referrals for supplementary or community services helpful during treatment.
• Works closely with all members of the healthcare team to facilitate a coordinated approach for patients’ plan of care while looking for cost‑efficient quality outcomes.
• Educates patients & families while facilitating the process for patients undergoing bronchial thermoplasty treatment.
• Serves as active educator in the smoking cessation program, receiving appropriate certification within one year of hire.
• Evaluates and implements best practices regarding survivorship and psychosocial care.
• On an as‑needed basis enrolls and follows patients involved in clinical trials.
• Assists in monitoring compliance with program‑specific standards of care while evaluating outcomes across the system.

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Minimum 1 year RN experience, preferably pulmonology or critical care.
• ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred.

• Licensed as an RN in state of practice.
• Approved BLS certification required within 90 days (Other certification per unit requirements: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP).

The special physical demands are considered essential job functions. The employee frequently stands, walks, sits, reaches with hands and arms, stoops, kneels, crouches, crawls, talks, and hears. The employee occasionally handles, fingers, feels, climbs, and balances. The employee must frequently lift up to 10 lbs. and occasionally up to 20 lbs. Specific abilities required include performing repetitive tasks/motions, distinguishing colors, hearing alarms, normal speaking voice, good manual dexterity, good eye‑hand‑foot coordination, and the ability to see.

• Quality – follows policies and procedures; adapts and manages changes; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback; manages time and prioritizes effectively.
• Service – responds promptly to requests; follows Mercyhealth critical moments of service; meets commitments; abides by confidentiality and security agreement; shows respect and sensitivity; effectively communicates.
• Partnering – shows commitment to mission; exhibits objectivity and openness; demonstrates high participation; gives and welcomes feedback; embraces teamwork; supports positive change.
• Cost – conserves resources; understands fiscal responsibility; works within approved budget; develops and implements cost‑saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package – retirement plan with matching contribution; medical, dental, vision insurance options; life and disability coverage; flexible spending plans; discounted voluntary benefit options.
• Competitive Compensation – market competitive rates; shift differential and special pay incentive programs.
• Paid Time Off – generous plan increases with milestone anniversaries for work‑life balance.
• Career Advancement – educational assistance programs and career ladders.
• Employee Well‑being – health risk assessment, wellbeing mobile app.
• Additional Benefits – internal and external assistance programs, employee‑only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on‑demand pay, special payment programs, financial education.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full‑time
Job function:
Health Care Provider
Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care