RN - Patient Navigator

Ascension; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional care in Waco, Texas. As a vital member of the Nurse Navigators Group, you will play a crucial role in guiding patients through their healthcare journey, ensuring they receive the support and resources they need. This position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with a diverse team, coordinate treatment efforts, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. With a rich history in healthcare, this organization values its associates and provides numerous benefits to enhance their professional and personal lives. Embrace the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community and build a fulfilling career.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing required.
• BLS Provider preferred from recognized organizations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a patient navigator throughout the continuum of care.
• Function as a liaison for management staff and community organizations.

Skills

Patient Navigation

Coordination of Care

Data Compilation and Analysis

Education

Diploma from an accredited nursing school

Licensed Clinical Registered Nurse

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department: Nurse Navigators Group
• Schedule: Fulltime, M-F
• Hospital: Ascension Providence
• Location: 6901 Medical Pkwy, Waco, Texas 76712

What You Will Do

Serve as a patient navigator throughout the continuum of care.

• Function as a liaison for management staff, administration, physicians, managed care companies, community organizations, and other customers.
• Coordinate efforts for treatment and promote quality improvement and educational efforts.
• Compile data, track outcomes, and make recommendations for process improvement.
• Provide referrals/support for follow-up care for patients who are uninsured or underinsured.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Licensed Clinical Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing required.
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Providence, based in Waco, Texas has provided thousands of associates and caregivers a rewarding career in healthcare since 1905. When you join Ascension Providence, you will become part of a team that operates more than 30 primary and specialty care clinics, inpatient and outpatient behavioral health programs, and full-service hospital with advanced surgical care and 24/7 emergency care for life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Join us and create a career path you will love.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice

Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.