Nurse Navigator - Heart Institute

Location:HealthPark Medical Center -9981 So HealthPark CircleFort Myers FL 33908 Department: Shipley Cardiothoracic Center Work Type: Full Time Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 5:00:00 PM Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$35.04 - $47.30 / hour Lead with Compassion at Lee Health Become a Cardiac Surgery Nurse Navigator Join a team where your clinical expertise and compassionate care create a seamless experience for patients facing complex cardiac and thoracic conditions. At Lee Health, were more than a healthcare system were a community that supports and empowers each other to provide exceptional, patient-centered care. Learn more about Shipley What Youll Do: As a Nurse Navigator, youll coordinate care for patients undergoing cardiac and thoracic surgery from initial diagnosis through post-treatment follow-up. Your role bridges communication between patients, families, providers, and hospital departments, ensuring timely, efficient, and compassionate care across the continuum. You will also serve as a resource for staff education and act as a liaison for the surgical team. Key Responsibilities Include: • Guiding patients and families through complex care plans with clarity and compassion • Coordinating interdisciplinary communication and services to ensure continuity of care • Identifying educational needs and designing training content for clinical teams • Acting as a clinician, advocate, educator, and consultant to optimize outcomes and patient satisfaction Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Nursing Required. Masters preferred. Registered Nurse License State of Florida Required Minimum 3 years of Cardiac Surgery experience Required Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Windows-based systems We are dedicated to providing a caring and compassionate environment for our patients and our staff. Benefits: • Medical/Dental and Vision after 30 days of hire • Free Employee Health and inexpensive prescription plan • Generous Paid Time Off • Retirement Match up to 5% and vested after 3 years • Education Assistance • Flexible Spending Accounts.and more! Why Lee Health? At Lee Health, were creating something exceptional in Southwest Florida. We foster a culture built on teamwork, excellence, and continuous improvement. Here, youll be valued as a person, not just an employee. Our growth is your opportunity for leadership, learning, and lifelong impact. Apply today! Apply tot his job Apply To this Job Apply tot his job Apply To this Job