Total Joint Nurse Navigator: Patient Care Program Leader

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Wellbeing support

Job summary

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Total Joint Program Nurse Navigator at Medical City Surgery Center Fort Worth to coordinate the patient journey from pre-op education through discharge, collaborating with surgeons, PT, and staff to drive quality and satisfaction. This role emphasizes patient advocacy and data-driven improvement.

Ideal candidates have 5 years of clinical experience, 2 years in orthopedic care, and BSN with internal options for degree substitution.

Qualifications

• 5 years applicable clinical experience.
• Minimum 2 years in an acute orthopedic setting, preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Operational and strategic development experience preferred.
• BSN required; internal candidates may substitute for degree.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-operative assessments and provide patient education.
• Coordinate care throughout the surgical journey and support discharge planning.
• Monitor and report quality, patient satisfaction, and orthopedic outcomes data.
• Lead performance improvement initiatives and support AAAHC certification requirements.
• Facilitate orthopedic program meetings and collaborate with physicians and clinical staff.
• Develop patient education resources and support staff competency related to orthopedic care.
• Promote evidence-based practices and enhance the overall patient experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient education

Pre-operative assessments

Care coordination

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma

BSN required (internal candidates may substitute)

Job description

HCA Healthcare is seeking a Total Joint Program Nurse Navigator at Medical City Surgery Center Fort Worth to coordinate the patient journey from pre-op education through discharge, collaborating with surgeons, PT, and staff to drive quality and satisfaction. This role emphasizes patient advocacy and data-driven improvement.

Ideal candidates have 5 years of clinical experience, 2 years in orthopedic care, and BSN with internal options for degree substitution.