Registered Nurse Patient Navigator

Your future role at a glance Location: Nashville, TN Facility: Saint Thomas Health Department: Population Health Schedule: Full-time | Days How you'll make an impact in this role Be the Guide: You will proactively identify and welcome new clients, conducting thoughtful assessments to deeply understand their unique needs and ensuring they stay connected to the care they deserve. Offer Compassionate Support: Beyond medical logistics, you will provide the "soft" side of care—offering informal counseling, health education, and the steady social support that builds true resilience. Break Down Barriers: You will roll up your sleeves to help clients navigate the system—whether that’s scheduling vital appointments, attending visits as a supportive companion, or simplifying the often-overwhelming medical application process. Build a Village: You will be the glue that connects our department with vital community partners and referral sources, fostering the strong, collaborative relationships necessary for holistic health. What minimum qualifications you'll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing OR current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Education: Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire. Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ascension