Referral Coordination RN: Elevate Patient Access & Care

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Battle Creek VA Medical Center is recruiting for a Referral Coordination Registered Nurse. This role operates within the Community Care Service to coordinate patient referrals and ensure seamless care transitions.

Requirements include English proficiency, graduation from ACEN/CCNE-accredited nursing programs, and a current US RN license with eligibility for licensure in the state. Foreign-educated nurses must obtain degree validation.

Qualifications

• English proficiency required per VA standards.
• Nursing degree from ACEN/CCNE-accredited program.
• Current US RN license in good standing.
• Foreign-educated nurses require degree equivalency validation.
• Bridge program pathway may allow licensure prior to completion.
• Licensure/certification per VA Handbook 5005 Appendix G6.

Responsibilities

• Delivers fundamental knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical skills.
• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care based on age-specific components.
• Coordinates care focused on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction.
• Follows established policies and guidelines.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to influence care outcomes.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

Nursing degree (ACEN/CCNE accredited)

Current US RN license (full, active, unrestricted)

Bridge program eligibility for nursing licensure (MSN bridge)

Job description

The Battle Creek VA Medical Center is recruiting for a Referral Coordination Registered Nurse. This role operates within the Community Care Service to coordinate patient referrals and ensure seamless care transitions.

Requirements include English proficiency, graduation from ACEN/CCNE-accredited nursing programs, and a current US RN license with eligibility for licensure in the state. Foreign-educated nurses must obtain degree validation.