What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Navigator position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
Nurse Navigator
Requisition Number
RE52775
Department Name
7H503:OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY - MATERNAL FETAL
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
47
Salary Range
$57,158-94,286/year
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BSN
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Nurse (RN) approved advanced national nursing certification required within 2 years of hire date.
Physical Requirements
May include sitting/standing and/or computer work greater than 5 hours at a time. May require the ability to reach items above shoulder level and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Repetitive Motion.
Shift
Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm. Occasional nights and weekends.
Job Summary
The division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology is seeking a Nurse Navigator.
The major job responsibilities are Care Coordination, Quality Service and Outcomes Management, Education, Customer Service, and Professional Development. The Nurse Navigator will work with the patient and members of the clinical care team to help “navigate” their way to timely and quality care and to assist in overcoming any barriers to care.
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will possess working knowledge of electronic health records for inpatient/outpatient. Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications is encouraged.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
N/A
Deadline To Apply
01/18/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Nurse Navigator
Requisition Number
RE52775
Department Name
7H503:OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY - MATERNAL FETAL
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
47
Salary Range
$57,158-94,286/year
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BSN
Click here for more information about equivalencies::
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Nurse (RN) approved advanced national nursing certification required within 2 years of hire date.
Physical Requirements
May include sitting/standing and/or computer work greater than 5 hours at a time. May require the ability to reach items above shoulder level and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Repetitive Motion.
Shift
Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm. Occasional nights and weekends.
Job Summary
The division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology is seeking a Nurse Navigator.
The major job responsibilities are Care Coordination, Quality Service and Outcomes Management, Education, Customer Service, and Professional Development. The Nurse Navigator will work with the patient and members of the clinical care team to help “navigate” their way to timely and quality care and to assist in overcoming any barriers to care.
IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered).
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will possess working knowledge of electronic health records for inpatient/outpatient. Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications is encouraged.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
N/A
Deadline To Apply
01/18/2026
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Salary : $57,158 - $94,286