Pediatric Neurosurgery Care Coordinator

WVU Medicine Golisano Children's; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV, seeks an experienced nurse to provide specialized pediatric care, coordinating the plan of care and acting as a liaison among providers, departments, and schedulers.

Responsibilities include triage, patient education, and ensuring timely testing and referrals. Strong communication and teamwork are essential to support patient populations with comprehensive care. 40-hour weekly schedule, exempt position.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state where services will be provided or a multi-state license via eNLC.
• State and federal background checks as required for regulated areas.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides hands-on care per department and patient needs, including procedures, tests, medications, and specimen collection.
• Acts as first contact for patients, providing triage and medical advice where applicable.
• Coordinates plan of care and liaises with providers, departments, and schedulers to coordinate testing, scheduling, referrals, etc.
• Monitors and manages patient appointments, testing, and labs for the patient population.
• Assists with obtaining prior-authorizations for the patient population.
• Educates and counsels patients about medical conditions, medications, or treatments.
• Offers nursing support in research efforts when applicable.
• Provides guidance to nursing staff across units caring for the same patient population.

Skills

Patient care

Care coordination

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

BSN

RN license or multi-state eNLC

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown, WV, seeks an experienced nurse to provide specialized pediatric care, coordinating the plan of care and acting as a liaison among providers, departments, and schedulers.

Responsibilities include triage, patient education, and ensuring timely testing and referrals. Strong communication and teamwork are essential to support patient populations with comprehensive care. 40-hour weekly schedule, exempt position.