Navigator Nurse RN Neurosurgery Clinic

UF Health - Jacksonville, FL

Job Title: Navigator Nurse RN Neurosurgery Clinic

Position: Nursing care provider and surgical coordinator

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City: Jacksonville

State: FL

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Provide nursing care to patients and coordinate pre-surgical and post-surgical care for clinic patients identified for elective surgery.
Ensure patients have all necessary information and requirements related to their surgery.
Perform all staff nurse functions and adhere to all standards of care.
Ensure all requirements are obtained prior to the surgery date.
Assess and triage post-operative patients.
Communicate with patients regarding their upcoming surgery.
Provide education on procedures and pre-surgical expectations.
Follow up with patients as required.
Provide patient-centered interventions.
Ensure all labs are ordered and completed.
Follow up on surgical clearances.
Serve as the primary liaison with patients concerning their pre-operative needs and concerns.
Monitor the entire patient surgical navigation process.
Provide direct patient care when directed by clinical supervisor.
Perform post-operative assessments.
Participate in all patient experience improvement initiatives.
Maintain accountability and responsibility for patients, even if tasks are delegated.

Experience: Over five (5) years of Acute Care, Ambulatory Care and/or Care Coordination

Education: Bachelor's Degree, BSN from an accredited school of nursing

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Current licensure as RN in Florida or valid licensure in one of the states under the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)
BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
ACLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

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COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified