Breast Center Nurse Navigator

TOPS Comprehensive Breast Center, a part of United Surgical Partners International (USPI), is seeking an experienced and compassionate Breast Center Nurse Navigator to join our dedicated care team. Our center provides comprehensive breast health services, including screening, diagnostics, and coordination of care for patients with benign and malignant breast conditions.

The Nurse Navigator plays a pivotal role in guiding patients through their breast health journey — from initial screening to diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up care. This role requires strong clinical skills, exceptional communication, and the ability to work collaboratively with physicians, radiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for patients navigating breast health services.
• Provide education, emotional support, and resources to patients and families throughout the diagnostic and treatment process.
• Coordinate scheduling for imaging, biopsies, consultations, and surgical procedures.
• Facilitate communication between patients, referring physicians, and the multidisciplinary care team.
• Ensure timely follow-up on abnormal results and patient concerns.
• Document all patient interactions and care plans accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Assist in developing and implementing patient care protocols to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and breast program development.

Requirements

• Current RN licensure in the state of Texas.
• BLS certification required; Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN) or Breast Health Navigator Certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of breast health, oncology principles, and related diagnostic/treatment protocols.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and patient advocacy skills.

What We Offer

We care for our communities and our team members by providing a comprehensive benefits package, subject to employment status:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Short- and long-term disability options
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
• 401(k) with access to retirement planning
• Paid holidays and vacation

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to delivering surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is proud of our inclusive culture. We respect differences, nurture individual contributions, and leverage diversity to make our organization stronger and more responsive to the needs of our patients and physicians.

• Patient-centered communication and counseling.
• Multidisciplinary care coordination.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Ability to manage multiple cases while maintaining attention to detail.

• Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in oncology, women’s health, or breast care.
• Experience in patient navigation, care coordination, or case management strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with breast imaging modalities, biopsy procedures, and surgical coordination.