RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator (Maternal Fetal Medicine) - Ob/Gyn

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Up to 22 days vacation

Holidays and sick time

Metro U-Pass transit benefit

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a compassionate RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator to join the Maternal-Fetal Medicine team. The role focuses on high-risk pregnancies in a fast-paced outpatient setting across multiple locations in Missouri and Illinois.

The position offers collaboration with six nurses and over 14 providers, with a schedule that excludes nights, weekends, and major holidays. Occasional work-from-home opportunities may arise based on operational needs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with two years of nursing experience.
• Current RN licensure in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, in accordance with the Compact Act.
• Basic Life Support Certification or obtains certification within one month of employment. Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements.
• Strong communication and care coordination abilities in a fast-paced outpatient environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients; completes health history and physical examination on patients; conveys findings to physician.
• Coordinates patient care, orders diagnostic tests, conveys findings to physician, attends inpatient rounds, coordinates patient appointments and assists with referrals to outside sources.
• Assists physician and provides support with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care.
• Performs a variety of nursing administrative duties, including compliance with environmental safety regulations, infection control standards and quality assurance.
• Acts as liaison and team leader by facilitating communication and coordination of care between patients, families and health team members; explains routines and procedures to patients and coordinates patient care information to appropriate sources.

Skills

Patient care

Care coordination

Team leadership

Outpatient care

BLS awareness

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing Or Diploma In Registered Nursing

Job description

Position Summary

WashU Medicine Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is seeking a compassionate and skilled RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator to join its Maternal-Fetal Medicine team. The RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting patients with high-risk pregnancies within a fast-paced Maternal-Fetal Medicine outpatient practice. Working collaboratively alongside a team of six nurses and a panel of over 14 providers, the coordinator provides comprehensive clinical care, care coordination, and administrative support across multiple practice locations for a specialized patient population requiring advanced maternal care.

Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63108

Scheduled Hours

40

Schedule

Monday–Friday | Regular Clinic Hours

• No Nights
• No Weekends
• No Holidays

Setting

Primary focus on outpatient clinic care, with occasional work-from-home opportunities as operational needs allow.

Location: Outpatient clinic locations including Center for Outpatient Health, Missouri Baptist, Progress West, and Shiloh, Illinois.

Why Join WashU Maternal Fetal Medicine?

• Practice alongside highly trained Maternal-Fetal Medicine physicians and a supportive team of dedicated nurses.
• Provide specialized care to a complex, high-risk pregnancy population across regional clinic locations.
• Gain expertise in advanced maternal care, high-risk care planning, and fetal monitoring procedures like NSTs.
• Thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented outpatient environment with strong interprofessional collaboration.
• Enjoy a predictable schedule with no night, weekend, or holiday requirements.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients; completes health history and physical examination on patients; conveys findings to physician.
• Coordinates patient care, orders diagnostic tests, conveys findings to physician, attends inpatient rounds, coordinates patient appointments and assists with referrals to outside sources.
• Assists physician and provides support with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care.
• Performs a variety of nursing administrative duties, including compliance with environmental safety regulations, infection control standards and quality assurance.
• Acts as liaison and team leader by facilitating communication and coordination of care between patients, families and health team members; explains routines and procedures to patients and coordinates patient care information to appropriate sources.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• Requires protective devices
• Patient care setting
• Direct patient care setting

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table
• Typically standing or walking
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping
• Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)

Equipment

• Office equipment
• Clinical/diagnostic equipment

Education

Associate Degree In Nursing Or Diploma In Registered Nursing

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with two years of nursing experience.
• Current RN licensure in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, in accordance with the Compact Act.
• Basic Life Support Certification or obtains certification within one month of employment. Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
• Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
• Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
• Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience

Nursing (2 Years)

Skills

• Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

Grade19

Salary Range

$64,500.00 - $109,900.00 / Annually The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.