Nurse Navigator, Pulmonary

Wentworth-Douglass Physicians Organization (WDP)
remote work
United States, New Hampshire, Dover
801 Central Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 21, 2025
We are seeking a full-time Nurse Navigator (40 hours per week), Monday through Friday, between 8:00am. and 5:00pm. The primary focus of this role will be providing direct support to COPD patients through both in-person visits and phone triage. The Nurse Navigator will also assist with cross coverage for pulmonary patients as needed. This position may offer the opportunity for partial remote work in the future. Responsible for coordinating the complex care needs of patients and is the primary patient contact for service access, diagnostics, treatment activities, schedules, patient and family education, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions -In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, help create a tailored health care plan for assigned patients. -Develop an individualized plan with the MD for appropriate services for the patient. -Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding clients to the appropriate person (i.e., primary care provider, social worker, or Director). -Assesses and coordinates patients' discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team. -Resolves patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies. -Educates patients regarding how to navigate the health system. Education Bachelor's Degree Nursing required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Experience: Experience in an acute care setting and/or provider practice and/or experience in a community-based role or with discharge/transitional planning background 2-3 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Strong attention to detail and organization. - Strong cultural awareness competencies. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office. - Maintains good communication skills. - Readily adapts to change and welcomes new approaches when circumstances demand it. Strongly Preferred: -Pulmonary Experience Epic Experience -Outpatient RN Experience Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.