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