Work whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkHartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals as well as a Level I trauma center Hartford Hospital is on the cutting edge of technology medical care and is home to the Center for Education Simulation and Innovation CESI one of the most advanced medical simulation training centers in the world Housing the Northeastrsquos largest robotic surgery center committed to becoming the best in the country for patient safety and is pursuing that goal by taking innovative action and creating a culture of safety at every level within the organizationJob SummaryDonrsquot miss the opportunity to be part of the new State of the art Bone and Joint Institute at Hartford Hospital The first new stand alone Orthopedic Hospital in the Northeast in over years Our Mission is to be acknowledged as the regional leader in patient centered innovative musculoskeletal care providing cutting edge care to patients in Connecticut and surrounding states We are seeking dedicated passionate individuals who would like the opportunity to be part of a team with a patient centered approach which brings decades of experience to providing this innovative musculoskeletal care We offer competitive salaries and benefits as well as a stimulating work environment that inspires excellenceIn collaboration with the multidisciplinary team the Spine Nurse Navigator is responsible for supporting the patient throughout the continuum of care functioning as a patient advocate liaison and educatorKey areas of responsibilitymiddot Performs daily patient rounds during inpatient hospital stay reinforces patient education regarding disease process and rehabilitation goals This includes coverage for our Elective Urgent and Emergent Spine populationsmiddot Collaborates with the Ortho Trauma Nurse Navigator to support the Trauma Spine population throughout peri operative and post operative touchpoints middot Serves as a liaison for the Spine patient population between the patient and surgeon inpatient teams and appropriate outpatient services as determined by patientrsquos clinical needs middot Performs pre operative and post transition outreach to identify problems and provide early interventionmiddot Provides support to all Spine patients during any Readmissions to the hospital as well as provides post transition outreach after a return to the Emergency Departmentmiddot In collaboration with other healthcare team members provides oversight and direction of patient continuous quality improvement metrics such as patient experience falls readmissions percentage of SNF referrals and other quality metrics Participates in daily clinical progression rounds and weekly prospective patient roundsmiddot Participates in clinical quality care improvement projects and Research resulting in measured outcomes to optimize the patient experiencemiddot In partnership with Nursing Leadership recruits and promotes participation in patient engagement committeesmiddot Provides perioperative education to optimize patient outcomesmiddot Supports the preoperative and postoperative patient in a holistic manner by engaging appropriate resources to meet their needsmiddot Participates in workshops seminars and community outreach programs to support and advance the Bone and Joint missionmiddot Participates in clinical research to support and enhance evidence based nursing practicemiddot Ensure proper Patient Reported Outcomes PRO captures on selected virtual platformsWork whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkHartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals as well as a Level I trauma center Hartford Hospital is on the cutting edge of technology medical care and is home to the Center for Education Simulation and Innovation CESI one of the most advanced medical simulation training centers in the world Housing the Northeastrsquos largest robotic surgery center committed to becoming the best in the country for patient safety and is pursuing that goal by taking innovative action and creating a culture of safety at every level within the organizationJob SummaryDonrsquot miss the opportunity to be part of the new State of the art Bone and Joint Institute at Hartford Hospital The first new stand alone Orthopedic Hospital in the Northeast in over years Our Mission is to be acknowledged as the regional leader in patient centered innovative musculoskeletal care providing cutting edge care to patients in Connecticut and surrounding states We are seeking dedicated passionate individuals who would like the opportunity to be part of a team with a patient centered approach which brings decades of experience to providing this innovative musculoskeletal care We offer competitive salaries and benefits as well as a stimulating work environment that inspires excellenceIn collaboration with the multidisciplinary team the Spine Nurse Navigator is responsible for supporting the patient throughout the continuum of care functioning as a patient advocate liaison and educatorKey areas of responsibilitymiddot Performs daily patient rounds during inpatient hospital stay reinforces patient education regarding disease process and rehabilitation goals This includes coverage for our Elective Urgent and Emergent Spine populationsmiddot Collaborates with the Ortho Trauma Nurse Navigator to support the Trauma Spine population throughout peri operative and post operative touchpoints middot Serves as a liaison for the Spine patient population between the patient and surgeon inpatient teams and appropriate outpatient services as determined by patientrsquos clinical needs middot Performs pre operative and post transition outreach to identify problems and provide early interventionmiddot Provides support to all Spine patients during any Readmissions to the hospital as well as provides post transition outreach after a return to the Emergency Departmentmiddot In collaboration with other healthcare team members provides oversight and direction of patient continuous quality improvement metrics such as patient experience falls readmissions percentage of SNF referrals and other quality metrics Participates in daily clinical progression rounds and weekly prospective patient roundsmiddot Participates in clinical quality care improvement projects and Research resulting in measured outcomes to optimize the patient experiencemiddot In partnership with Nursing Leadership recruits and promotes participation in patient engagement committeesmiddot Provides perioperative education to optimize patient outcomesmiddot Supports the preoperative and postoperative patient in a holistic manner by engaging appropriate resources to meet their needsmiddot Participates in workshops seminars and community outreach programs to support and advance the Bone and Joint missionmiddot Participates in clinical research to support and enhance evidence based nursing practicemiddot Ensure proper Patient Reported Outcomes PRO captures on selected virtual platformsEducationmiddot Bachelor of Science in Nursingmiddot Masters PreferredExperiencemiddot Minimum years clinical nursing experience preferredmiddot Service Line andor operational experience PreferredLicensure Certification Registrationmiddot Active CT Registered Nurse licenseKnowledge Skills and Ability Requirementsmiddot Demonstrates use of clinical skills and expertise in the area of diagnosis treatment and psychosocial impact of diseasemiddot Demonstrates a commitment to own professional growth and developmentmiddot Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences including professional staff patients community media and other service agenciesmiddot Demonstrates excellent customer service skills including superior telephonic communications skills with the ability to comprehensively assess patientsrsquo physical and psychosocial status as well as conduct complex medical history discussions over the telephonemiddot Knowledge of adult learning competencies and patient teaching skillsmiddot Tolerance of ambiguity and the flexibility to respond to changing system needsmiddot Demonstrated management skills reflecting self motivation initiative and fiscal responsibilitymiddot Skills and knowledge of Microsoft office tools Word Powerpoint ExcelWe take great careof careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentAs an Equal Opportunity EmployerAffirmative Action employer the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicantrsquos race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin and veteran or disability statusEducationmiddot Bachelor of Science in Nursingmiddot Masters PreferredExperiencemiddot Minimum years clinical nursing experience preferredmiddot Service Line andor operational experience PreferredLicensure Certification Registrationmiddot Active CT Registered Nurse licenseKnowledge Skills and Ability Requirementsmiddot Demonstrates use of clinical skills and expertise in the area of diagnosis treatment and psychosocial impact of diseasemiddot Demonstrates a commitment to own professional growth and developmentmiddot Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences including professional staff patients community media and other service agenciesmiddot Demonstrates excellent customer service skills including superior telephonic communications skills with the ability to comprehensively assess patientsrsquo physical and psychosocial status as well as conduct complex medical history discussions over the telephonemiddot Knowledge of adult learning competencies and patient teaching skillsmiddot Tolerance of ambiguity and the flexibility to respond to changing system needsmiddot Demonstrated management skills reflecting self motivation initiative and fiscal responsibilitymiddot Skills and knowledge of Microsoft office tools Word Powerpoint ExcelWe take great careof careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentAs an Equal Opportunity EmployerAffirmative Action employer the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicantrsquos race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin and veteran or disability status