TRAUMA NURSE NAVIGATOR

Froedtert•Milwaukee, WI

49d•Onsite

About The Position

The Trauma Nurse Navigator provides comprehensive care coordination for trauma patients, supporting a holistic and coordinated approach throughout the continuum of care. The role assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care for the trauma patient population and supports patients in the hospital, through discharge, and in outpatient settings. The navigator helps reduce risk factors and strengthen resiliency by supporting trauma patients and their families at Froedtert Hospital, working with staff to connect them with resources for physical and mental health healing. The position also involves navigating the electronic health care record and documenting patient and family support, conducting in-person visits and phone calls, and performing other duties as assigned. This is an on-site position at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It is a 1.0 FTE role with 40 standard hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Requirements

At least 3 years of clinical nursing practice experience in a related setting or specialty.
Bachelor's degree in nursing.
Current Wisconsin Registered Nurse license or a Multi-state Nursing License from a participating Nurse Licensure Compact state.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certification or an AHA-approved equivalent.
Nursing assessment skills, creative solution-based problem-solving, critical thinking, and judgment.
Analytical skills to identify unusual circumstances that could put the organization or the patient or family at risk.
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, families, care team members, case management, and others.
Strong organization skills, ability to work independently, and ability to prioritize responsibilities.
Knowledge of local resources and system navigation.
Knowledge and skills in Microsoft software applications.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of managed care.

Nice To Haves

At least 5 years of clinical nursing practice experience in a related setting or specialty.
Master's degree in Nursing or a related field.
Computer skills including EHR navigation, data management, presentations, Excel, and report writing.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive care coordination and support a coordinated approach throughout the continuum of care.
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for trauma patients.
Support patients in the hospital, through discharge, and in outpatient settings.
Help reduce risk factors and strengthen resiliency by supporting trauma patients and their families.
Work with staff to provide resources for physical and mental health healing.
Navigate the electronic health care record and document patient and family support.
Conduct in-person visits and phone calls with patients.
Perform other duties as assigned.