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.

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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

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!