Nurse Care Coordinator — Disease Management & Transitions

WVU Medicine; Bridgeport, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UHC United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV is seeking a Disease Management Coordinator to collaborate with patients and primary care providers to ensure quality, cost-effective health care. The role focuses on coordinating care, risk stratification, and discharge planning to optimize patient health outcomes.

Minimum qualifications include an RN license (state or multi-state via eNLC), applicable education, and BLS certification within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in state of service or multi-state license via eNLC.
• State and federal background checks as required for regulated areas.
• Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Ambulatory utilization management and quality screening for assigned patients.
• Risk stratify patients to prioritize needs and direct interventions.
• Coordinate discharge planning with inpatient/outpatient teams.
• Collaborate with physicians and families for safe transitions of care.
• Develop individualized care plans with the healthcare team.
• Coordinate laboratory and diagnostic testing, monitor results.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Negotiation skills

Adaptability

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

UHC United Hospital Center in Bridgeport, WV is seeking a Disease Management Coordinator to collaborate with patients and primary care providers to ensure quality, cost-effective health care. The role focuses on coordinating care, risk stratification, and discharge planning to optimize patient health outcomes.

Minimum qualifications include an RN license (state or multi-state via eNLC), applicable education, and BLS certification within 30 days.