Clinical Navigator / RN Ortho

Lovelace Health System; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lovelace Health System in Albuquerque, NM seeks a day shift, full-time Orthopedics LMC Clinical Navigator Registered Nurse to guide patients through the healthcare journey and coordinate multidisciplinary care.

Responsibilities include patient education, thorough assessments, precise documentation, and connecting patients to resources for comprehensive care. Requires NM nursing license, BLS, and 3–5 years of nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Active NM RN license or multi-state compact required.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Associates degree in nursing required; BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients through the healthcare journey with patient-centered education and support.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary appointments, tests, and treatments.
• Perform thorough clinical assessments and precise documentation.
• Connect patients to resources to ensure comprehensive, compassionate care.

Skills

Patient education

Care coordination

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or Healthcare Management

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Orthopedics LMC Clinical Navigator Registered Nurse in Albuquerque, NM.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team

• Lovelace Medical Group is a multispecialty provider group that includes clinics, doctors and advanced practice providers in a broad range of specialties and primary care.

Responsibilities

• The RN Navigator is responsible for guiding patients through the healthcare journey. This role involves providing patient-centered education, emotional support, and clinical guidance, ensuring that patients understand their care options and feel supported at each step.
• The Navigator coordinates multidisciplinary appointments, tests, and treatments, serving as a key liaison between patients, healthcare providers, and external resources.
• This role requires thorough clinical assessments, precise documentation, and proactive communication to streamline patient care.
• Additionally, the navigator connects patients to relevant resources to ensure comprehensive and compassionate care through the treatment process.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Associates degree from an accredited School of Nursing program.
• State of New Mexico Nursing License or valid multi-state compact license
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Interdisciplinary teamwork experience
• Bachelors of Nursing or Healthcare Management