Structural Heart Tavr Rn Jobs (NOW HIRING)

RN Navigator- Structural Heart Unit
Full-Time | MondayFriday | Day Shift | Naples, FL
Pay:$34.00 - $45.00 per hour

eHospitalHire is proud to be recruiting for a well-established, nonprofit health system in Naples, Florida. This organization is a nationally recognized leader in patient care, consistently honored for clinical excellence across cardiac, surgical, and specialty services. With multiple hospital campuses, a broad network of physicians and outpatient facilities, and deep ties to the communities it serves, this system offers a mission-driven environment where clinical professionals can truly thrive.

The Structural Heart RN Navigator works independently to plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care in collaboration with the Structural Heart Team. This role leads care coordination for TAVR, WATCHMAN, and other structural heart patients, guiding them from initial referral through post-procedure follow-up.

Benefits & Compensation

• Hourly pay range between $34-$45/hr
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Accident, critical illness, and wellness perks
• 401(k) with retirement planning support
• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts and preferred legal services
• Employee assistance programs
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
• Optional supplemental benefits to fit your lifestyle

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida required
• Minimum of 2 years of cardiac care experience required
• BSN preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and maintain flexibility in a fast-paced environment
• Intermediate computer proficiency: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows

Key Responsibilities

Referral Coordination & Patient Access

• Receive and triage incoming referrals from physicians and hospitals, ensuring timely access to the program
• Communicate acceptance plans clearly to referring providers and keep patients and families informed throughout the process
• Coordinate outreach to current and prospective referring physicians

Patient Assessment & Care Planning

• Perform thorough clinical assessments, including psychosocial evaluation, surgical risk scoring, frailty and mobility assessment, and KCCQ
• Schedule and manage appropriate diagnostic workup per protocol (e.g., Cardiac Cath, TTE, TEE, vascular studies)
• Develop and coordinate pre-admission, inpatient, and post-discharge care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team

Patient & Family Education

• Create and implement educational materials tailored to patient and family learning needs
• Provide consistent education on the referral process, procedure steps, and post-operative expectations
• Assist with inpatient education alongside APRNs and program staff as applicable

Quality, Registry & Data Oversight

• Maintain accurate program databases and comply with all documentation protocols
• Structural Heart: Participate in TVT and WATCHMAN registry submissions; identify and resolve data quality issues
• CT Surgery: Maintain STS data integrity; facilitate solutions to quality improvement issues
• Facilitate quarterly Quality and Finance meetings with organizational leadership

Research & Professional Development

• Stay current on relevant literature and evidence-based standards; share knowledge with the team
• Participate in and support research projects; identify potential research topics
• Maintain and regularly review clinical protocols to ensure they reflect current evidence
• Attend conferences and educational forums to uphold up-to-date practice standards
• Maintain all required compliance training and pursue relevant professional certifications

Staff Education & Leadership

• Serve as a clinical resource for all nursing units caring for this patient population
• Oversee internal staff education and competency maintenance
• CT Surgery: Responsible for orienting new team members to the CT Surgery program
• Demonstrate professional leadership and support a collaborative, team-based practice environment

Background Screening Requirement (Florida)

This position requires background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse in accordance with Florida law (Section 435.12). To learn more about the Clearinghouse and the screening process, visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com

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