Patient Care Coordinator RN

CommonSpirit Health; University Place (WA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Washington state is seeking a RN Patient Care Coordinator to lead the care journey, coordinating with physicians, nurses, insurers, and post-acute providers to ensure smooth transitions and exceptional patient experiences.

The role requires solid clinical expertise, strong communication, and advocacy, with duties spanning admission, care planning, and cross-team collaboration across the hospice and acute care continuum.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with two years acute care nursing experience.
• WA RN license upon hire.
• BLS/CPR certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and admit patients to Hospice House service per procedures.
• Review patient information in the admission packet with the patient and family.
• Coordinate care across the continuum, advocating for patients and collaborating with physicians, nursing, insurers, and post-acute providers.

Skills

Clinical nursing experience

Communication

Advocacy in patient care

Education

RN license WA

BSN preferred

Tools

BLS CPR

Job description

*Job Summary and Responsibilities*

As a RN Patient 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.

• Evaluates and admits patients to Hospice House service in accordance with established procedures.
• Reviews patient information in the admission packet with the patient and family.
• Job Requirements*Required
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and two years of related nursing work experience in an acute clinical care setting that would demonstrate attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities., upon hire and
• Work experience in one of the following clinical specialty areas is required: Oncology, Med/Surg, Nutrition Support, Pediatrics, IV Therapy, Gerontology, and Home Health. and
• Registered Nurse: WA, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Preferred

• Bachelors Of Science Nursing, upon hire

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

*Pay Range*

$45.74 - $79.34 /hour