Summary

　　Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse Manager of Perioperative Services, the Orthopedic Nurse Navigator has overall responsibility for flow of specific Orthopedic Surgical Patients for the Perioperative services. The Orthopedic Nurse Navigator collaborates with Perioperative leadership, Orthopedic Surgeons, Anesthesia, and other entities within and outside of the hospital to develop and implement an orthopedic clinic and program which allows the patients through seamlessly and safely. Develops high level relationships with surgeons and organizational leadership to promote effective positive clinical and operational outcomes.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities

　　Supports and promotes the mission and values of Covenant Health Ministry.

　　Renders professional nursing care to patients within the PAT department of surgical services, in support of medical care as directed by medical staff and pursuant to objectives and policies of the hospital

　　Assist patients in understanding their choice to have a total joint replacement, what to expect from the surgery, how to prepare. Serves as an essential link between patients and all other care providers. This includes, all necessary clearances, patient education classes and other support services.

　　Follows patients progress throughout the care continuum, including pre-operative appointments, inpatient admission and discharge plan, focusing on optimization of the whole person in preparation for a positive surgical experience.

　　Performs and documents a pre-anesthesia nursing assessment, including but not limited to, medical history, allergies, medications etc. and follows up with anesthesia and/or hospitalist as needed regarding questions or concerns related to patient care and treatment.

　　Compliant in achieving unit specific competencies and requirements related to a nurse navigator roles and responsibilities.

　　Involved in quality improvement planning and processes for the area of practice.

　　Communicates patient information appropriate for continuity and safe care through hand offs, and interaction with PCPs, other referring providers, surgeons, hospitalist, anesthesiology, physical therapy, nutritionists and other specialty areas related to the optimization of patients for surgery and the follow up care post-surgery

　　Other duties as consistent with this role.

　　Job Requirements

　　Job Knowledge and Skills

　　Clinical experience preferred in the field of Orthopedics, Surgery or PACU.

　　Membership in a professional nursing organization and Certification in specialty preferred.

　　Education and Experience

　　Current New Hampshire RN license required

　　Successful completion from an approved School of Nursing preferred

　　An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

　　Working Conditions/Physical Demands

　　Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with this position that involves a combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, and reaching. Lifting/carrying frequently up to 35 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. Some stress related to high level of responsibility for quality care.

　　Americans with Disabilities Statement

　　Must be able to perform all essential functions of this position with reasonable accommodation if disabled.

　　The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Covenant Health reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, to reflect process improvements and business necessity.

　　Standard of Business Conduct

　　Every St Joseph Hospital employee is required to abide by the Standards of Conduct and to report any activity that appears to violate the Standards of Conduct.

　　Covenant Health Mission Statement

　　We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

　　Our Core Values:

　　Compassion

　　We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

　　Integrity

　　We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

　　Collaboration

　　We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

　　Excellence

　　We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

　　We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status