Registered Nurse (RN) - Patient Navigator

Saint Luke's Hospital; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

401(k) retirement savings with company

Generous paid time off

Career development and continuing ed

Health savings accounts, FSA

Employee assistance program

Employee discount program

Voluntary benefits including pet, life

Job summary

Saint Luke's Hospital is seeking a registered nurse to coordinate referrals from physicians and health care facilities for patients with orthopedic and cardiac DRGs. You will educate patients about their illness and planned treatment, guiding them through the complex care continuum while adhering to evidence-based standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualified candidates will hold an Associates Degree in Nursing (BSN preferred), Texas state RN licensure, and a current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Texas RN license in good standing is required.
• BLS certification required on hire; must obtain AHA BLS within 60 days.
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience in relevant specialty areas.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate referrals from physicians and health care facilities for patients.
• Provide patient education related to illness and planned treatment.
• Guide orthopedic and cardiac DRGs through the care continuum.
• Ensure care aligns with evidence-based standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Patient education

Referral coordination

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associates Degree of Science in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus. Under general administrative direction, coordinates referrals from physicians and health care facilities for patients; provides a significant level of patient education related to their illness and planned treatment. Responsible for guiding the patients with orthopedic and cardiac DRGs through the complex care continuum. Assures patients receive care that consistently follows evidence-based standards and is in accordance with regulatory standards as defined by the regulatory agencies. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

• MINIMUM EDUCATION: Associates Degree of Science in Nursing
• PREFERRED EDUCATION: Bachelors of Science in Nursing
• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 3 years clinical experience for patient population in specialty area
• PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Prior patient teaching
• REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Possession of current Texas State license for Registered Nurse.
• PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Specialty Certification

REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.

Saint Luke's Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. At Saint Luke's Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance.

The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith.