Richmond University Medical Center

HIV Patient Navigator

Richmond University Medical Center  •  $27 - $35/hr  •  United States (Onsite)  •  22 days ago
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Job Description

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Day Shift - 7.5 Hours (United States of America)The HIV Patient Navigator provides patient-centered education, advocacy, and care coordination services to individuals living with HIV. This role supports patients in navigating the healthcare system, addressing barriers to care plan adherence, and facilitating access to clinical and community-based services. Working collaboratively with the healthcare team under the leadership of a Nurse Practitioner, the HIV Patient Navigator plays a key role in improving health outcomes and supporting continuity of care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide education, guidance, and emotional support to patients who are HIV positive.
  • Identify and assist in addressing barriers to care plan adherence, including but not limited to access to services, appointment follow-up, and psychosocial needs.
  • Coordinate referrals to internal departments and external community resources as appropriate.
  • Support transitions of care to ensure continuity between inpatient, outpatient, and community settings.
  • Serve as a liaison between patients and the clinical care team to promote patient engagement and retention in care.
  • Assist with documentation and tracking of patient interactions in electronic systems.
  • Participate in team meetings and contribute to care coordination initiatives.
  • Initiate and support projects related to patient navigation and quality improvement.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all regulatory and organizational policies.

Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

  • Prior experience working with patients.
  • Experience in a hospital or community health setting preferred.
  • Experience working with the HIV-positive population or similar patient populations preferred.

Skills & Abilities

  • Computer literacy required, including use of electronic health records.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to take initiative, start projects, and work effectively under the leadership of a Nurse Practitioner.

Salary Range: $27.00/hr - $35.00/hr

Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Employment Non-Discrimination: Richmond University Medical Center is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment and provides full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and needs including lactation accommodations, physical or mental disability, age, immigration or citizenship status, veteran or active military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Richmond University Medical Center

About Richmond University Medical Center

Richmond University Medical Center (RUMC), an affiliate of The Mount Sinai Hospital and the Icahn School of Medicine, is a 470+ bed healthcare facility and teaching institution serving borough residents as a leader in the areas of acute, medical and surgical care, including emergency care, surgery, minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery, gastroenterology, cardiology, pediatrics, podiatry, endocrinology, urology, oncology, orthopedics, neonatal intensive care and maternal health. The medical center earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for quality and patient safety.

RUMC is a Level 1 Trauma Center and a designated Stroke Center, receiving top national recognition from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. The state-of-the-art Cardiac Catheterization Lab has PCI capabilities for elective and emergent procedures in angioplasty. RUMC maintains a Wound Care/Hyperbaric Center and a Sleep Disorder Center on-site at its main campus. The hospital also offers behavioral health services, encompassing both inpatient and outpatient services for children, adolescents and adults, including emergent inpatient and mobile outreach units. RUMC is the only borough facility that offers inpatient psychiatric services for adolescents.

With over 2,500 employees, RUMC is one of the largest employers on Staten Island. Its main campus is located at 355 Bard Avenue, Staten Island, New York 10310.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Staten Island, New York
Year Founded
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