University of Kentucky

Nurse Navigator/UKHC

University of Kentucky$71K — $95K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
  • 1 year of related nursing experience required
  • Registered Nurse (RN) license required
  • Advanced national nursing certification needed within 2 years.
  • Proficient in electronic health records and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate patient navigation through the care continuum
  • Provide education and emotional support to patients
  • Assist patients in overcoming barriers to care
  • Coordinate communication among clinical care team members
  • Connect patients with necessary resources and information.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with a weekday schedule (Monday-Friday)
  • No weekend or holiday shifts required
  • Opportunity for professional development through certification
  • Work in a supportive clinical team environment.
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
Nurse Navigator/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE54599

Working Title
Nurse Navigator

Department Name
MG100: Physician Based Clinics

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
11

Salary Range
$71,087-95,056/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BSN

Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN) + approved advanced national nursing certification required within 2 years of hire date

Physical Requirements

May include standing for greater than 5 hours at a time and possibly walking several miles per day. May require the ability to reach items above shoulder level and be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

Shift

Monday-Friday, no weekends or holidays

Job Summary

The Nurse Navigator will work with the patient and members of the clinical care team to help navigate their way to timely and quality care and to assist in overcoming any barriers to care.

This will include, but is not limited to, connecting them to resources and information to make informed decisions, providing education and emotional support, and coordinating team communications.

The NN will assist the patient from initial diagnosis through diagnostic testing, treatment, and follow-up or end-of-life care.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

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

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

BSN + 1 year of experience

Deadline to Apply
08/23/2026

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