Orthopedic RN Navigator: Patient Care Guide & Coordinator

Mercy; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for

Health/Dental/Vision after day one

Dependent Care FSA

Paid parental leave

401k with employer match

Paid PTO for volunteering

Competitive salary

Future career growth!

Job summary

Mercy Clinic Orthopedics Southfork is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Navigator to guide patients through their orthopedic care journey. You will coordinate care, provide education, and support patients from initial consultation through surgery, recovery, and follow-up care.

Working with orthopedic surgeons, advanced practice providers, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams, you will ensure timely, high-quality care and an exceptional patient experience

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• 2-3 years of nursing experience.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and navigate care for orthopedic patients throughout evaluation, treatment, surgery, and recovery.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, procedures, treatment plans, and post-operative care.
• Facilitate communication between patients, providers, and care teams to ensure seamless care coordination.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
• Support pre-operative planning, discharge coordination, and post-operative follow-up.
• Monitor patient progress and address barriers to care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EPIC and other clinical systems.
• Track outcomes and quality metrics to support evidence-based practice and improved patient outcomes.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and program development efforts.
• Serve as a clinical resource for patients, families, providers, and staff.

Skills

RN license

BLS

2-3 years experience

Education

Accredited nursing program

BSN preferred

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Mercy Clinic Orthopedics Southfork is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Navigator to guide patients through their orthopedic care journey. You will coordinate care, provide education, and support patients from initial consultation through surgery, recovery, and follow-up care.

Working with orthopedic surgeons, advanced practice providers, therapists, and interdisciplinary teams, you will ensure timely, high-quality care and an exceptional patient experience