RN Care Coordinator: Acute to Post-Discharge Navigator

VCU Health; United States; On-site; USD 73,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking an RN Care Coordinator who functions with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality-driven care from acute hospitalization through post-discharge. The role emphasizes efficient transitions, patient safety, and coordination with physicians, social workers, discharge planners, and payers.

Required is Virginia RN licensure or eligibility, 3+ years of acute care nursing, and a nursing degree with a preferred Master’s in Nursing or related field.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of Virginia or eligible.
• Complete 15 Continuing Education Units per year.
• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience in an acute care setting.
• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing, or a Bachelor’s degree in a biological, health or social sciences field from an accredited school.
• Master's Degree in Nursing or a healthcare related field from an accredited program (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Works with attending and consulting physicians to facilitate hospitalization transitions.
• Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to coordinate care across the continuum.
• Interacts with patients, families, and providers to resolve care issues.
• Maintains compliance with Quality Improvement Organization (QIO) and CMS guidelines.
• Participates in patient safety initiatives and ensures appropriate reimbursement by payers.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree in biological, health or social sciences

Master's Degree in Nursing or healthcare related field

Job description

VCU Health is seeking an RN Care Coordinator who functions with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality-driven care from acute hospitalization through post-discharge. The role emphasizes efficient transitions, patient safety, and coordination with physicians, social workers, discharge planners, and payers.

Required is Virginia RN licensure or eligibility, 3+ years of acute care nursing, and a nursing degree with a preferred Master’s in Nursing or related field.