Ortho & Sports Medicine RN Navigator

Carle Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking an RN Navigator to coordinate and facilitate comprehensive surgical patient care across specialties. You will work with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal treatment outcomes and a seamless surgical care experience.

The role combines clinical expertise with advocacy, supporting program development, quality improvement, and education initiatives. Expect collaboration across care teams and a patient-centered care approach.

Qualifications

• BSN required; RN license essential.
• 2+ years RN experience in Orthopedics.
• BLS certification within 30 days.
• Strong communication, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
• Proficiency with EMR and data management systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between physicians, nursing staff, ancillary staff, and patients/families to enhance continuity of care across the treatment continuum.
• Navigate patients through the care process, including diagnosis, surgical treatment, and follow-up, to ensure a positive experience and outcomes.
• Facilitate referrals, scheduling, and follow-up appointments to optimize longitudinal care.
• Independently apply the nursing process to provide direct patient care as needed.
• Develop, update, and document individualized, patient-centered care plans.
• Deliver holistic care, including psychosocial support, education, and age-appropriate interventions.
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, surgical options, procedures, medications, and resources.
• Develop and maintain educational materials tailored to patient needs.
• Promote patient empowerment and engagement through evidence-based practices.
• Collaborate with leadership and provider teams to implement clinical practice guidelines and care protocols.
• Monitor program performance metrics, including quality benchmarks and patient outcomes.
• Participate in community outreach programs and multidisciplinary clinics.
• Maintain clear communication with patients and teams to support high-quality care.
• Serve as a resource and mentor to staff for education and competency development.
• Adhere to policies and regulatory standards, including point-of-care testing and quality control.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Critical-thinking

EMR proficiency

Education

BSN

RN license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Carle Health is seeking an RN Navigator to coordinate and facilitate comprehensive surgical patient care across specialties. You will work with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal treatment outcomes and a seamless surgical care experience.

The role combines clinical expertise with advocacy, supporting program development, quality improvement, and education initiatives. Expect collaboration across care teams and a patient-centered care approach.