Clinical Nurse Navigator - Veteran Referrals

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration within the Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Clinical Nurse Coordinator to provide clinical care coordination for veteran referrals. You will help determine disposition of care and work with VA and community providers to ensure smooth transitions.

The role emphasizes leadership in coordinating care, managing referrals, and supporting clinicians with documentation and testing to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a nursing program with RN licensure.
• Current, full and unrestricted RN license in a U.S. state or territory.
• Preferred experience in care coordination and referrals.
• English proficiency for direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care for veterans across VA and community providers.
• Lead in triage, referrals, and pre-consult testing management.
• Collaborate with VISN facilities to ensure timely transitions of care.
• Analyze care processes and report on referral trends and issues.
• Support providers in coordinating dual care with community and VA facilities.

Skills

Care coordination

Case management

Referral management

Education

RN with state licensure

Job description

Veterans Health Administration within the Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Clinical Nurse Coordinator to provide clinical care coordination for veteran referrals. You will help determine disposition of care and work with VA and community providers to ensure smooth transitions.

The role emphasizes leadership in coordinating care, managing referrals, and supporting clinicians with documentation and testing to optimize patient outcomes.