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Nurse Navigator (Apex)
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A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$69,683 / year median in Louisiana
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Nurse Navigator (Apex) Wound Care Center Thibodaux , LA Nursing & Nursing Management Full Time , Days , weekly Posted 08/14/2026 Req # 7538 The RN Nurse Navigator serves as a clinical case manager and primary liaison between the outpatient hospital-based wound care center and the inpatient hospital setting. This role is responsible for ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients with acute and chronic wounds across the continuum, from inpatient admission through discharge and return to outpatient wound care services. The Nurse Navigator collaborates closely with inpatient nursing staff, hospital case managers, discharge planners, physicians, and post-acute care providers to coordinate wound care plans, reduce gaps in care, prevent readmissions, and promote optimal healing outcomes. The position includes a combination of inpatient hospital rounding, outpatient wound care clinic support and staffing as needed, and community outreach and education in conjunction with the Program Director. Qualifications Required Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience , preferably in wound care, case management, medical-surgical nursing, or care coordination Strong knowledge of wound assessment, treatment modalities, and chronic wound management Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary teams across care settings BLS and ACLS Preferred Wound care certification (e.g., WCC, CWCN, CWS) - Strongly preferred Case management or care coordination experience Experience in hospital-based in-patient and outpatient departments Skills and Competencies Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational and time-management abilities Ability to work independently across multiple clinical environments Strong problem-solving and care coordination skills Apply Share Facebook Email Twitter LinkedIn