The role of patient navigators: Case studies in Singapore:

Proceedings of Singapore Healthcare

Nur Zarifah BinteMustapha¹ 

关键词: Patient navigator;    care coordination;    discharge planning;    continuity of care;   

DOI  :  10.1177/2010105816632539

学科分类：医学（综合）

来源: Sage Journals

【 摘 要 】

In 2014, a patient navigator (PN) program was initiated in a healthcare cluster in Singapore. The program was set up to improve care coordination and facilitate continuity of care of patients. PNs are trained nurses who act as a clinical liaison between the patients, family, staff and the healthcare system to coordinate patients’ treatment plans and ensure continuity of care provision from the acute to the community setting. PNs care for patients with chronic diseases and their role includes resolving caregiver disputes, eliminating barriers to treatment, exploring financial assistance options, facilitating terminal discharge and providing end-of-life counseling. This article describes the activities performed by PNs in the acute care setting. The case studies demonstrate the depth and breadth of navigation activities and illustrate how hospital-based navigators help patients seek treatment earlier, access resources and receive care at the appropriate healthcare setting.

【 授权许可】

CC BY