Orthopedic Care Navigator — Preop to Postop

Surgery Partners, Inc; Wichita Falls (TX); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Surgery Partners, Inc. is seeking a Nurse Navigator/Pre Admit RN to educate and advocate for patients throughout the care episode from pre-surgery to post-discharge.

You will coordinate engagement with a multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care and a positive patient experience. The role requires RN experience, orthopedic/spine exposure, and health education expertise, with strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years RN experience in a Hospital and/or ASC.
• 2+ years clinical orthopedic and spine experience with understanding of post acute care
• At least three years of experience in health education, with at least a portion in a direct education position dealing with the public, preferred.
• Active RN license as required by state of Texas
• BLS certification
• Excellent interpersonal skills and written and oral communication and presentation skills required

Responsabilités

• Practice appropriate telephone and patient triage skills, balancing quality care with efficient use of time and resources.
• Perform verbal assessment with patient prior to admission – in person or via telephone, communicating information to appropriate team members.
• Coordinate all patient engagement functions including education, preparation, surgery and hospitalization, and post-discharge follow-up.
• Develop trust and rapport with patients and families to ensure access to patients upon discharge and coordinate care.
• Act as central point of contact for the patient and family during the 90 day episode
• Identify quality metrics and monitor clinical quality measures in real-time
• Provide input into education needs prior to surgery for patients and into the design of education materials

Connaissances

RN experience

Orthopedic and spine experience

Health education experience

Interpersonal skills

Formation

BSN

Texas RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Description du poste

Surgery Partners, Inc. is seeking a Nurse Navigator/Pre Admit RN to educate and advocate for patients throughout the care episode from pre-surgery to post-discharge.

You will coordinate engagement with a multidisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care and a positive patient experience. The role requires RN experience, orthopedic/spine exposure, and health education expertise, with strong communication skills.