Care Coordination Nurse Manager

VNACJ Community Health Center; New Jersey; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

VNACJ CHC is seeking an experienced Care Coordination Nurse Manager to lead our care coordination and case management programs. You will guide a dedicated team, strengthen workflows, and ensure patients receive coordinated care across the health care continuum.

The role emphasizes population health, data-driven improvement, HRSA program readiness, and collaboration with medical directors, hospital partners, and community organizations.

Qualifications

• RN with clinical nursing experience (ambulatory or community health).
• Experience in population health or care coordination.
• 3–5+ years of clinical nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) team.
• Ensure coverage, efficient workflows, and policy adherence.
• Track performance metrics with monthly dashboards and HRSA-related reports.

Skills

Population health

Team leadership

Communication

Data analysis

NJ driver’s license

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

We're Hiring: Care Coordination Nurse Manager

Lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact in your community

$2k Sign‑On Bonus Available!

Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey Community Health Center (VNACJ CHC) is seeking an experienced and compassionate Care Coordination Nurse Manager to lead our care coordination and case management programs. This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about improving patient outcomes at the population level.

Position Summary

The Care Coordination Nurse Manager oversees essential functions required by the HRSA Health Center Program, including referral coordination, post‑hospitalization tracking, and value‑based care initiatives. You will guide a dedicated team, strengthen clinical workflows, and ensure patients receive seamless, coordinated care across the healthcare continuum.

Key Responsibilities

Lead & Support Your Team

• Provide daily leadership and oversight for the Patient Care Coordinator (PCC) team.
• Ensure adequate coverage, efficient workflows, and adherence to organizational policies.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and mission‑aligned work environment.

Enhance Clinical & Operational Performance

• Analyze and refine clinical and EHR workflows to improve patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with the Medical Director and Clinical Support teams to implement standardized processes.
• Track and report performance metrics, including monthly dashboards and UDS measures, to senior leadership.

Champion Patient-Centered Care

• Identify unmet patient needs using evidence‑based guidelines.
• Ensure the care coordination team engages patients in shared decision‑making.
• Support continuity of care by tracking referrals and monitoring hospital and emergency room utilization.

Strengthen Community Partnerships

• Build relationships with hospitals, specialists, and community organizations.
• Connect patients with appropriate community resources to improve health outcomes and reduce avoidable utilization.
• Support seamless transitions of care for at‑risk populations.

Advance Quality & Compliance

• Use the EHR to manage population‑level data and generate meaningful reports.
• Participate in committees and develop data‑driven reports and corrective action plans.
• Support preparation for HRSA Operational Site Visits (OSV) and clinical audits.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) required; BSN preferred
• Experience in population health or care coordination
• 3–5+ years of clinical nursing experience (ambulatory or community health preferred)
• Strong computer proficiency, including advanced Excel and data analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with statistical analysis, report interpretation, and quality improvement
• Knowledge of community health and social service networks
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across diverse teams
• Valid NJ driver’s license and reliable transportation

Why Join Us

• A mission‑driven environment where your leadership directly improves community health
• A supportive, collaborative culture that values innovation and compassion
• Opportunities to shape programs, influence outcomes, and grow professionally

Working Conditions/Physical Demand

Working indoors in a fast-paced outpatient ambulatory care environment.

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of experience, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the total compensation range for this position is USD $80,000.00 to USD $120,000,00. When determining an offer, VNACJ CHC considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's work experience, education/training, relevant skills, internal pay equity, and market and organizational conditions. The total compensation range reflects the total package, including base salary, overtime, bonuses, add‑on incentives, special clinical compensation, retirement plans, and all other benefits. For more details about our benefits, please visit our Careers page.

EEOC

VNACJ CHC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.