Registered Nurse Patient Navigator

Ascension • Franklin, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. They empower their 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, Ascension offers an inclusive and supportive environment where contributions truly matter. The role is located in Franklin, WI at the Midwest Orthopedic Specialty Hospital in the OR department, on a full-time day schedule.

Requirements

• 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.
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR required professional licensure at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree