RN Care Coordinator — Acute Pediatrics

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Care Coordinator role in Acute Care Pediatrics in Richmond, VA. The position emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration to ensure safe, cost-effective patient transitions from hospitalization through discharge.

Requirements include Virginia RN licensure or eligibility, a BSN, and 3+ years in acute care; MSN preferred. The role involves coordinating care with physicians, social workers, and payers and requires strong

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience in an acute care setting.
• Preferred academic healthcare experience.
• Experience in UM/Care Coordination.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate effective transition through hospitalization with attending/consulting physicians.
• Work with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure coordinated care and appropriate reimbursement by payers.
• Develop complex discharge plans with social workers as needed.
• Interact with patients, family members, healthcare professionals, community and state agencies to exchange information.
• Maintain compliance with QIO series and CMS guidelines.
• Assist in denial and appeals processes and participate in patient safety initiatives.

Skills

Acute care nursing

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient communication

Problem solving

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Nursing or healthcare-related field

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Care Coordinator role in Acute Care Pediatrics in Richmond, VA. The position emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration to ensure safe, cost-effective patient transitions from hospitalization through discharge.

Requirements include Virginia RN licensure or eligibility, a BSN, and 3+ years in acute care; MSN preferred. The role involves coordinating care with physicians, social workers, and payers and requires strong