Nurse Navigator​/UKHC

Nurse Navigator / UKHC

Position:
Nurse Navigator / UKHC

Requisition Number: RE52778

Working Title:

Nurse Navigator

Department: M4000:
Pediatrics Clinic

Location:

Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 11

Salary Range: $54,080 – $95,056 per year

Type:
Staff Position

Time Status:
Full-Time

Required

Education:

BSN

Required Experience:

1 year

Required License/Registration/Certification:
Registered Nurse (RN) plus an approved advanced national nursing certification required within 2 years of hire date

May include standing more than 5 hours at a time, walking several miles per day, reaching items above shoulder level, and lifting up to 25 pounds.

Primarily Monday‑Friday with occasional evenings and weekends depending on departmental needs.

The Nurse Navigator will work with patients and the clinical care team to help navigate their way to timely and quality care, and to assist in overcoming any barriers to care. This includes, but is not limited to, connecting patients to resources and information, providing education and emotional support, and coordinating team communications. The Nurse Navigator will assist the patient from initial diagnosis through diagnostic நண்புத்தே testing, treatment, and follow‑up or end‑of‑life care.

Starting pay for this position has recently been adjusted with the minimum annual rate set at $62,400. All pay rates will be based on the candidate’s experience.

The ideal candidate will possess working knowledge of electronic health records for inpatient/outpatient. Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications is encouraged.

No supervisory responsibilities.

Preferred: BSN + 1 year of experience.

01/18/2026

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