Hybrid Orthopedic Nurse Navigator - Surgical Admissions (Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time & Part-Time Positions, Shift-Differentials) bei Glens Falls Hospital

The Impact You Can Make 
Team Impact

The Orthopedic Nurse Navigator serves as a single point of contact to facilitate a smooth transition across all phases of care for patients undergoing total joint surgery, from the decision to proceed with surgery through the post-discharge phase of care.  This role is centered on enhancing the patient/family experience, coordinating resources, streamlining services and supporting excellence in surgical outcomes.  The Orthopedic Nurse Navigator works closely with the orthopedic practice managers, surgeons, surgical and inpatient nursing staff, home health agencies, skilled nursing facilities and community-based programs to effectively coordinate the plan of care prior to surgery and after discharge.  The position has a matrix reporting relationship to the Nurse Manager for PACU/Day Surgery/AM Admissions. 

The Glens Falls Hospital Impact
Mission

Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting.

How You Will Fulfill Your Potential
Responsibilities

• Interviews pre-surgical patients to conduct screenings, risk assessments and identify necessary referrals and resources to coordinate timely and comprehensive care to our patients undergoing total joint surgery. 
• Provides support for the emotional and educational needs of the patient (family) preparing for total joint surgery, including:  clinical condition, treatment plan, preoperative and postoperative care procedures, access to necessary services (Prehab, Pre-admission Testing, diagnostic testing, Rehab therapists, etc.) potential complications and the patient’s role in recovery
• Assists patients in understanding insurance coverage and advocates for unique needs of each patient to ensure available  benefits are utilized and patient’s needs are met
• Serves as patient advocate and navigator to facilitate transitions through phases of care by providing support and education, utilizing  evidence-based practice guidelines, in collaboration with all members of the care team. 
• Works closely with the interprofessional care team to develop and implement an individualized plan of care encompassing the patient’s physical, psychosocial and educational needs
   

Education/Accredited Programs

• Baccalaureate degree in Nursing required
• Minimum 2 years Medical/Surgical nursing experience, with orthopedic surgery experience required 
• Prior experience in Care Coordination or Nurse Navigator role is preferred 
• Advanced clinical decision-making skills; documented experience providing patient education and collaborating with other disciplines
• Demonstrated leadership skills in professional nursing practice. 

Licenses/Certifications/Registrations

• Current license and registration to practice Registered Professional Nursing in New York State
• Specialty nursing certification preferred
   

Skills/Abilities

• Advanced assessment and clinical decision-making skills
• Strong collaboration and communication skills; able to articulate and adapt communication to varied educational levels and unique patient needs
• Flexibility, creativity, leadership and organizational skills are essential
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to individuals and families diverse care needs 
• Ability to collaborate with physicians and various other levels of staff
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer proficiency required, including Microsoft Office products, electronic medical record, databases and Internet
• Demonstrated public speaking abilities.

Communities We Serve

Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital! 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.

Salary Range
The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $72,763.20 to $109,144.82xx per hour. Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.


 

Benefits
Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found here.