Experienced Nurse Navigator - Spine and Pain Setting

Company: Mercy
Location: Belleville
Posted on: January 12, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Skilled Nurse Navigator - Spine and Pain Care Overview: The Nurse Navigator in the Spine and Pain department plays a vital role in guiding and supporting patients throughout their treatment process, ensuring that care is both coordinated and tailored to individual needs. This position encompasses patient education, advocacy, and collaboration with various healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes. Applicants should be registered nurses with clinical experience, excellent communication abilities, and relevant certifications, preferably with expertise in spine and pain management. Discover your purpose with us! Are you a seasoned nurse with a vibrant personality and a dedication to patient care? We are seeking a Spine & Pain Nurse Navigator who will serve as a reliable guide for patients during their spine and pain treatment journey. This role goes beyond mere care coordination; it focuses on fostering relationships, delivering education, and advocating for patients to guarantee they receive individualized and seamless treatment. Position Information: Nurse Navigator – Clinics South - Spine & Pain Location: Southfork, 12700 Southfork Rd, Saint Louis, Missouri 63128 Schedule: Full-Time | 40 hours/week | Day Shift Your Responsibilities: Act as the primary resource for patients from beginning to end, providing guidance and support throughout their journey. Eliminate obstacles by linking patients with appropriate services and specialists. Guarantee timely, safe, and effective care while ensuring an outstanding patient experience. Educate and empower patients to make informed choices regarding their treatment options. Treat every patient and their families with dignity, compassion, and respect . What We Seek: Registered Nurse (RN) with pertinent clinical experience. Exceptional communication skills and a dynamic, engaging demeanor . Ability to collaborate effectively across various disciplines. A strong commitment to patient advocacy and education. Qualifications: • Experience: 2-3 years of relevant experience required. • Preferred Experience: 3 years in Spine/Pain management. • Required Education: Graduate from an accredited nursing program with a current RN license in the state of practice. • Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree. • Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) must be obtained within 90 days of hire/transfer. • Preferred Certification: Pain Management Nurse Certification. • Preferred Skills: Proficiency in biopsychosocial assessments, time management, and resource utilization to meet patient needs. • Preferred Attributes: Public speaking abilities, quick comprehension and integration of new information, and experience with evidence-based best practices and protocol development/improvement. Why Join Us? From your first day, we provide exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition assistance, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period. Become part of a compassionate, collaborative team where your input is valued. Here, you will contribute to the evolution of healthcare through innovation, technology, and empathy. As we expand, you will have the opportunity to grow alongside us. Keywords: nurse navigator, spine care, pain management, registered nurse, patient advocacy, care coordination, patient education, clinical nurse, healthcare nursing, pain management certification

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