Summary

The Heart Disease and Pregnancy Program Nurse Navigator coordinates patient-centered care for pregnant and postpartum patients with cardiovascular conditions. Working with the multidisciplinary Women's Heart Care team, including in the co-located Cardiology–MFM clinic and across inpatient and outpatient settings, the Navigator prepares visits, coordinates testing and follow-up, and supports efficient clinic flow. The role provides patient education using teach-back, offers psychosocial support, addresses social barriers to care, and responds to clinical concerns within scope or escalates them as needed. As a guide, educator, and advocate, the Navigator incorporates patient preferences into care planning and simplifies the care journey so patients can focus on their health, pregnancy and their family.

Job description

Position Overview

The Heart Disease and Pregnancy Program Nurse Navigator coordinates patient-centered care for pregnant and postpartum patients with cardiovascular conditions. Working with the multidisciplinary Women's Heart Care team, including in the co-located Cardiology–MFM clinic and across inpatient and outpatient settings, the Navigator prepares visits, coordinates testing and follow-up, and supports efficient clinic flow. The role provides patient education using teach-back, offers psychosocial support, addresses social barriers to care, and responds to clinical concerns within scope or escalates them as needed. As a guide, educator, and advocate, the Navigator incorporates patient preferences into care planning and simplifies the care journey so patients can focus on their health, pregnancy and their family.

The Patient Care Coordinator is a Registered Nurse who in addition to providing direct patient care, is accountable for the assessment, planning, coordination, implementation and evaluation of a plan of care for designated patients. The Patient Care Coordinator ensures that quality outcomes are achieved and demonstrates exceptional clinical practice.

Responsibilities

Responsible for planning, coordinating, directing and providing appropriate clinical care to patients in the designated care setting
Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate on-going care, focused on cost-effective ways to maximize wellness and enhance patients' lives
Develops, coordinates and provides education for patients, family, caregivers and staff based on personalized needs along with serving as a resource for ongoing education
Serves as a communication link between the patient, family, caregivers and interdisciplinary team
Assists in coordinating comprehensive care for patients including any required follow-up visits, referrals, testing, treatment, and/or long-term follow-up
Contributes to department, hospital or other professional committees and/or quality or process improvement initiatives
Ensures clinical practice and patient care is consistent with policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Registered Nurse (RN)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Minimum 2-5 years of recent & related experience
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred
Specialty certification in the clinical area of focus preferred

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement
Loan Forgiveness
401(k) Matching
Lifecycle Benefits

Company overview

Northwestern Medicine is a premier integrated academic health system and the healthcare network of Northwestern University, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 2009 through the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, the system represents a strategic partnership to transform healthcare delivery. As an academic medical center, Northwestern Medicine encompasses comprehensive research, medical education, and patient care activities across its extensive network. The system operates 11 hospitals and more than 200 locations throughout the Chicagoland area, anchored by its flagship Northwestern Memorial Hospital in downtown Chicago. With over 33,000 employees and more than 4,400 aligned physicians, the organization provides advanced medical care across nearly every specialty. Northwestern Medicine is nationally recognized for its excellence in oncology, cardiology, orthopedics, neurology, and women's health services. The system maintains strong affiliations with the Feinberg School of Medicine, Lurie Children's Hospital, and the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, fostering an environment of continuous innovation and scientific discovery. Five of its hospitals are ranked among "America's Best" by U.S. News & World Report, reflecting its commitment to superior quality, patient safety, and academic excellence in healthcare delivery.