Quest Diagnostics

Nurse Navigator RN - Outpatient Imaging

Quest Diagnostics$87K — $109K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred
  • Active Registered RN license
  • BLS Certification required
  • 3-5 years of relevant experience
  • Proficient in EMR and RIS systems preferred
  • Strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written
  • Familiarity with standard office equipment and technology

Responsibilities

  • Navigate breast imaging patients from diagnosis through cancer survivorship
  • Coordinate advanced imaging appointments based on specific findings
  • Collaborate with radiologists and imaging staff on abnormality notifications
  • Educate patients on health maintenance and self-exams
  • Counsel high-risk patients and facilitate specialty referrals
  • Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams and external providers
  • Document patient interactions and manage statistical data for quality improvement efforts

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Life and Disability insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
  • 401k savings plan
Full Job Description
Job Description

Job Title:  Nurse Navigator RN

Department: Imaging

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm

Essential Job functions:

  • Navigates imaging breast patients across the continuum of care beginning with the diagnostic mammography through cancer survivorship, coordinating care with staff in Radiology, Surgery, Plastics, Oncology, Gynecology, Genetic Counseling, Internal medicine and Cognitive Therapy, and refers to community resources to facilitate timely diagnosis, treatment and survivorship. 
  • Navigates imaging patients across the continuum of care by coordinating advanced imaging appointments when needed related to incidental nodule findings, critical results, high risk screening assessments, etc. Works collaboratively across the continuum of care with staff in Radiology, Surgery, Pulmonology, Oncology, Gastroenterology, Orthopedics, etc.
  • Collaborates with Radiologists and imaging staff to ensure providers and patients are notified in a timely manner when an abnormality is identified.
  • Provides information on maintaining optimal health including instruction on breast self exam, smoking cessation, etc. and the importance of wellness exams to general population of patients.
  • Provides counseling for high-risk patients (breast and lung) and facilitates referral to surgical team, Pulmonology and Oncology.  Assists with further development of high-risk screening programs within Imaging.
  • Communicates with physicians and other members of the interdisciplinary team, within SMG, as well as with outside providers.
  • Facilitates scheduling of appointments with surgical and non-surgical staff to ensure timely referral and transition into specialty services.
  • Documents all patient visits and communication in both EMR and RIS systems. Manages and submits statistical data monthly.  
  • Attends committee meetings and provides quality driven data as well as metrics as requested. (Navigation team meetings, Interdisciplinary meetings, Breast Center staff meetings) providing input and suggestions on continuous quality and operational improvement.

General Job functions:

  • Participates in community outreach programs. (Breast Cancer Support Group Meetings, breast cancer patient classes, high risk breast, lung cancer prevention, evening lecture programs).
  • Coordinates the availability of patient education materials as well as being familiar with resources available in the community.

Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree desired.
  • Registered RN license.
  • BLS Certification required.
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience.
  • Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to use Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
  • Ability to use Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.
  • Experience with EMR and RIS radiology System preferred.

Travel:

  • Ability to travel to satellite locations as needed

Pay Range: $87,600.00 - $109,600.00 Annual

The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.


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About Quest Diagnostics

Celera is a healthcare business that uses knowledge of human variability to provide new tests and services to personalize disease management. Their Products business develops and manufactures molecular diagnostic products that are used by hospitals and other clinical laboratories to detect, characterize, monitor and select treatment for disease. They have a distribution agreement with Abbott, through which they develop and commercialize a wide range of molecular diagnostic products, with Abbott serving as the distribution partner.

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Joining Quest Diagnostics means becoming part of a team committed to everyday excellence and innovation in health. As a leading provider of diagnostic insights, Quest Diagnostics offers unparalleled job opportunities in the medical and scientific sectors, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking growth and development in their careers.

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Join a team where innovation is at the heart of what we do. At Quest Diagnostics, your skills in science, technology, and beyond can help drive transformation in healthcare services. Our collaborative environment encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to improve patient outcomes and streamline processes.

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Quest Diagnostics is dedicated to fostering a workplace where diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. From competitive benefits and wellness programs to diversity training and flexible work arrangements, we ensure our employees have what they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

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Size
40,000 employees
Market Cap
$17.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
1959
5 Year Trend
+7.5%
Revenue
$9.4 billion
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