Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) - Adult Neurology Clinic (Hybrid)

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville, Virginia, Evanston Township (VA, MN, IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Registered Nurse Care Coordinator to lead patient-centered care initiatives. This role is pivotal in organizing and implementing care plans that empower patients and enhance outcomes. With a focus on collaboration across various healthcare teams, the RNCC will ensure that patient needs are met through effective resource coordination and transition management. Ideal candidates will possess strong critical thinking skills and a commitment to evidence-based practices, making a significant impact on the health and well-being of the community. Join this dynamic team and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of registered nursing experience; 3 years preferred.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Organizing patient and family-centered care activities.
• Developing and evaluating individualized care plans.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Care Coordination

Patient Education

Evidence-Based Practices

Cultural Competence

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

The Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) is responsible for organizing patient and family-centered care activities among multiple participants. The RNCC uses advanced critical thinking to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans to empower patients and optimize outcomes. They coordinate resources and care activities to support transition management through collaboration across the continuum, ensuring patient and family needs for follow-up and service coordination are met.

This role integrates standards from the ANA Nursing Practice, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, the AAACN Scope & Standards of Practice for Professional Ambulatory Care Nursing, and the UVA Nursing Professional Practice Model.

Care coordination and transition management involve professional assessment, risk identification, and understanding individual patient needs and preferences, including but not limited to:

• Applying the UVA Professional Practice Model through nursing practice, quality achievement, lifelong learning, leadership, innovation, and caring.
• Planning, coordinating, and prioritizing care considering patients' unique needs and collaborating with the inter-professional team.
• Ensuring safety and continuity of care through documentation and hand-off tools.
• Advising patients, families, and caregivers, respecting their cultural values.
• Providing health education and coaching based on evidence-based practices.
• Promoting health equity and improving population health through facilitative leadership.
• Applying research and evidence-based practices to improve patient care across the lifespan.
• Ensuring continuity of care, including pre-visit coordination, follow-up, and transitions.
• Educating patients with chronic illnesses about self-management strategies.
• Identifying support needs and developing care plans accordingly.
• Contributing to problem-solving and evaluating treatment outcomes.
• Supporting medication management.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

The UVA Nursing Professional Practice Model emphasizes:

• Relationship Based Care - Self and Colleagues: Influences the patient's experience through relationships.
• Relationship Based Care - Patients and Families: Focuses on relationships impacting patient experience.
• Expert Caring: Encompasses clinical assessment and care coordination.
• Empowered Leaders: Participate in shared governance.
• Lifelong Learners: Engage in ongoing professional development and support onboarding.
• Quality Achievement: Adhere to documentation and performance standards.
• Innovation: Use technology and evidence-based practices to enhance care.

Position Compensation Range: $85,820.80 - $113,401.60 annually.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited program.
• At least 1 year of registered nursing experience; 3 years preferred.
• Specialty Board Certification strongly preferred.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Virginia.
• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required.

Physical Demands:

Standing for long periods, frequent travel, bending/stooping, and ability to lift/push/pull 20-50 lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood, body fluids, and infectious diseases.

The University of Virginia and UVA Health System are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination based on various personal and medical factors.