Infectious Disease Care Coordinator RN

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health seeks an RN Care Coordinator to navigate patient care across the continuum, advocate for patients, and partner with physicians, nurses, insurers, and post-acute providers to ensure smooth transitions.

You will assess, plan, and facilitate comprehensive care with a focus on optimal outcomes, strong communication, and a patient-centered approach within a supportive health system.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Current licensure as an RN in Washington (RN-WA).
• BLS required within 3 months if located within hospital.
• Familiarity with utilization management and case management integration.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, self-directed environment.
• Knowledge of CMS standards and requirements.
• Highly organized with excellent time management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and plan care across the continuum for optimal outcomes.
• Advocate for patients and families through the care journey.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, departments, and insurers.
• Facilitate timely, high-quality transitions to post-acute care.
• Apply clinical judgment to ensure quality and safety in care delivery.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Communication

Advocacy

Time management

Utilization management

Collaboration

Education

RN License WA

BSN preferred

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a RN Care Coordinator, you will be a central figure in patient care, seamlessly navigating the healthcare journey to achieve optimal outcomes and an exceptional patient experience.

Every day, you will strategically assess, plan, and facilitate comprehensive care across the continuum, expertly advocating for patients while collaborating with physicians, nursing, departments, insurers, and post-acute providers to ensure timely, high-quality transitions.

To be successful in this role, you will possess strong clinical acumen, exceptional communication and advocacy skills, and a strategic mindset, all driven by a passion for optimizing patient care across every touchpoint.

Job Requirements

Required

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing

• Minimum two (2) years of acute hospital clinical experience or a Master's degree in Case Management or Nursing field in lieu of one (1) year experience

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Washington (RN-WA)

• BLS required within three (3) months of hiring if located within hospital

• Understand how utilization management and case management programs integrate.

• Thrive in a fast paced, self-directed environment.

• Knowledge of CMS standards and requirements.

• Highly organized with excellent time management skills.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) or related healthcare field

• At least five (5) years of nursing experience

• Certified Case Manager (CCM), Accredited Case Manager (ACM-RN), or UM Certification

• Knowledge of managed care and payer environment

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.

Pay Range

$52.54 - $99.25 / hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.