Registered Nurse Patient Navigator

Location: Franklin, WI

Facility: Midwest Orthopedic Specialty Hospital

Department/Specialty: OR

Schedule: Days | Full-time

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

• Champion the patient journey by serving as a dedicated navigator, ensuring individuals move seamlessly through every stage of their care with clarity and support.

• Cultivate strong partnerships between physicians, community organizations, and administrative teams to break down barriers and create a unified care experience.

• Drive clinical excellence by analyzing patient outcomes and data to recommend meaningful process improvements that elevate our standard of care.

• Empower our most vulnerable populations by securing essential referrals and follow-up resources for uninsured and underinsured patients, ensuring no one is left behind.

• Lead collaborative educational initiatives and quality improvement projects that align treatment efforts with the highest industry benchmarks.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi state/Compact State 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.

• Monday thru Friday, hours depend on completing charts and patient information.  Usually 830 to 17.
• Bachelors in nursing preferred.
• Understanding needs of getting surgical patients ready, strong phone and communications dealing with different doctor's offices and staff.  Organized, being able to task and complete charts for patients within a certain time frame.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic 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.

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