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Job Type Full-time Description The Care Navigator serves as a trusted liaison who empowers ... Supports clients with perinatal and maternal health needs by coordinating care and providing ...

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How much do perinatal navigator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for perinatal navigator in the United States is $22.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a perinatal navigator?

Perinatal Navigators are healthcare professionals who help pregnant individuals and new parents navigate the healthcare system before, during, and after childbirth. They provide education, support, and resources to ensure patients receive appropriate prenatal and postnatal care. Perinatal Navigators often coordinate appointments, connect families with community services, and help overcome barriers such as transportation or language. Their main goal is to improve health outcomes for both parent and baby by offering personalized guidance throughout the perinatal period.

How does a perinatal navigator collaborate with healthcare teams to support patients throughout pregnancy and postpartum care?

Perinatal Navigators work closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, including obstetricians, nurses, social workers, and lactation consultants, to coordinate comprehensive care for patients. They often serve as a central point of contact, helping patients understand their care plans, facilitating communication between providers, and addressing barriers to care such as transportation or insurance issues. This collaborative approach ensures that patients receive holistic support from prenatal visits through postpartum follow-up, improving health outcomes for both mother and baby.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a perinatal navigator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Perinatal Navigator, you need a background in nursing, social work, or related health fields, combined with knowledge of maternal and infant health. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), care coordination platforms, and possibly certification in case management or perinatal care is valuable. Exceptional communication, empathy, cultural competency, and organizational skills set standout professionals apart in this role. These skills ensure effective support, resource navigation, and continuity of care for expectant mothers and their families during the perinatal period.

What is the difference between Perinatal Navigator vs Perinatal Case Manager?

AspectPerinatal NavigatorPerinatal Case Manager
CredentialsTypically requires a background in healthcare, social work, or counseling; certifications varySimilar credentials; often requires social work or nursing background; certifications may include case management credentials
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, community health settings focusing on maternal and infant supportHospitals, clinics, community agencies managing patient care plans
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare providers, maternal health programs, community health organizationsHealthcare facilities, insurance companies, social service agencies

Perinatal Navigators and Perinatal Case Managers both support maternal and infant health, often working in similar settings. Navigators focus on guiding patients through healthcare systems and providing education, while Case Managers coordinate services and manage care plans. The roles overlap but differ mainly in focus: navigation versus case management.

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Infographic showing various Perinatal Navigator job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,665 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Perinatal Nurse Navigator-GS9033

Tulsa, OK • On-site

Oklahoma State University
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Job description

Perinatal Nurse Navigator-GS9033
Job no: 494540
Work type: Staff Full-time
Location: Tulsa
Categories: Medical & Health-Related
Campus
OSU-Center for Health Sciences
Contact Name & Email
Jeffery Kellerman, jeff.kellerman@okstate.edu
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.
Appointment Length
Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Hiring Range
Commensurate with education and experience
Priority Application Date
While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by to ensure full consideration.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.
About this Position
The Perinatal Nurse Navigator supports pregnant and postpartum patients through a hybrid model of virtual and in-person care coordination across OSU Medicine Virtual Care's rural hospital and clinic partners. This role focuses on improving maternal and perinatal outcomes through care coordination, postpartum engagement, high-risk referral management, and support of transitions of care from pregnancy through the postpartum period
The navigator works closely with obstetrics, maternal-fetal medicine, behavioral health, addiction medicine, primary care, and rural hospital teams. The role includes patient navigation, education, remote monitoring support, referral management, and protocol-based clinical follow-up visits under physician/APRN supervision.
May have hybrid work options included some travel.
Scope & Supervision
This role practices within Registered Nurse scope under OSU Medicine Virtual Care policies, standing orders, and supervising physician/APP oversight. Clinical activities are protocol-driven and do not include independent diagnosing or prescribing.
The Perinatal Nurse Navigator functions as a care coordination and clinical support resource and does not replace the patient's established obstetric or primary care provider relationship. Medical decision-making and treatment plans remain under the direction of the supervising provider and local treating clinicians.
Required Qualifications
  • Vocational/Technical
    • Registered Nurse (RN) license - Oklahoma or compact privilege
    (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
    • 3-5+ years maternal/perinatal experience (L&D, postpartum, high-risk OB, MFM, or perinatal case management)
    • Care coordination and patient education experience

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:
  • Ability to travel to rural partner sites within Oklahoma
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications
  • Telehealth or virtual care experience
  • Rural health experience
  • Maternal quality or population health program experience
  • Social determinants of health navigation experience

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:
  • RNC-OB or RNC-MNN certification preferred (or obtained within 12-18 months)

Advertised: 15 Jun 2026 Central Daylight Time
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