<p>The Arizona Heart Institute in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Registered Nurse Navigator to serve as the central coordination point for cardiac patients and their families across a high-volume, multispecialty cardiovascular program. This role sits within a large integrated health system comprising approximately 20 outpatient clinic locations, five acute care hospitals, and four neighborhood emergency centers — giving the right RN broad institutional support and a meaningful patient-impact footprint. The position is well-suited to a clinically experienced nurse who thrives in a care-coordination and patient-advocacy role rather than a traditional bedside assignment.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage</li> <li>401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match</li> <li>Generous paid time off</li> <li>Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)</li> <li>Career development and continuing education opportunities</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program</li> <li>Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance</li> <li>Note: benefit eligibility may vary by location and employment status</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Dedicated navigator role embedded within the Arizona Heart Institute — a focused cardiovascular specialty program in Phoenix</li> <li>Serves as the initial point of contact for patients and families entering the cardiac care continuum</li> <li>Develops individualized scheduling and care coordination plans for each patient</li> <li>Receives and manages inbound referrals, triaging patients into appropriate care pathways</li> <li>Identifies and tracks patient trends to proactively address care gaps and support outcomes</li> <li>Coordinates housing and logistical support for patients requiring travel or extended stays</li> <li>Operates within a system of over 120 employed physicians and practitioners across primary care and specialty outpatient settings</li> <li>Supported by a multispecialty infrastructure spanning five acute care hospitals and four neighborhood emergency centers across the greater Phoenix valley</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Active Registered Nurse (RN) licensure required</li> <li>Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required</li> <li>Master's degree in Informatics or a related healthcare field preferred</li> <li>Minimum one year of nursing experience required</li> <li>Current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Phoenix, Arizona offers a compelling combination of year-round sunshine, a low cost of living relative to other major metros, and a rapidly expanding cultural and culinary scene. The greater Phoenix valley provides easy access to world-class outdoor recreation — including hiking in the Sonoran Desert, skiing in Flagstaff less than two hours away, and proximity to Sedona's red rock country. With top-rated suburban school districts, a strong job market, and a thriving arts and sports culture, Phoenix consistently ranks among the most livable large cities in the American Southwest.</p>