RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Rheumatology

Washington University; Missouri; On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time and holidays

Health insurance

Metro U-Pass transit benefits

Retirement plan (403(b))

Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Clinical Nurse Coordinator to join the Rheumatology care team. You will coordinate and manage patient care across the continuum, acting as a clinical resource and patient advocate in multiple outpatient clinics around St.

Louis. The role requires 2 years of nursing experience, an Associate Degree in Nursing or a RN diploma, and BLS certification. You will collaborate with physicians, coordinate tests, and support referrals while ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• Education: ADN or RN diploma.
• Certifications: BLS - AHA and BLS - Red Cross; RN licenses for IL and MO.
• Work Experience: Nursing experience of 2 years.
• Skills: Clinical nursing, patient communication, and care coordination.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation; convey findings to physician.
• Coordinate patient care, order diagnostic tests, convey findings to physician, attend rounds, and assist with referrals.
• Assist physicians with examinations and procedures related to direct patient care.
• Perform nursing administrative duties, including safety, infection control and quality assurance.
• Act as liaison and team leader to coordinate care between patients, families and health team members.

Skills

Clinical Nursing

Team Coordination

Patient Advocacy

Clinical Communication

Care Planning

Infection Control

Quality Assurance

Clinical Leadership

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing or RN Diploma

Job description

Position Summary

The Clinical Nurse Coordinator serves as a key member of the Rheumatology care team, coordinating and managing patient care throughout the continuum of care while acting as a clinical resource and patient advocate. The Rheumatology Division offers a variety of specialized outpatient clinics across the St. Louis region, providing individualized treatment and support for patients with arthritis, musculoskeletal disorders, autoimmune diseases, and other inflammatory conditions. Experience caring for patients with autoimmune, inflammatory, musculoskeletal, or immunosuppressive conditions is strongly preferred.

Location: SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Scheduled Hours: 40

Schedule: Monday‑Friday 8‑5pm

Locations: Provide support to 2‑3 locations in the surrounding St. Louis area (North County, West County, South County, and the Center for Advanced Medicine).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of patients; complete health history and physical examination; convey findings to physician.
• Coordinate patient care, order diagnostic tests, convey findings to physician, attend inpatient rounds, coordinate patient appointments and assist with referrals to outside sources.
• Assist physician and provide support with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care.
• Perform a variety of nursing administrative duties, including compliance with environmental safety regulations, infection control standards and quality assurance.
• Act as liaison and team leader by facilitating communication and coordination of care between patients, families and health team members; explain routines and procedures to patients and coordinate patient care information to appropriate sources.

Working Conditions

Job Location/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.

Required Qualifications

Education: Associate Degree in Nursing or Diploma in Registered Nursing.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere.

Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere.

Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere.

Skills: Clinical Experience, Clinical Research Coordination, Clinical Research Management, Clinical Research Methods, Clinical Research Operations, Continuous Learning, Critical Thinking, Customer Empathy, Database Management, Effective Written Communication, Electronic Health Records (EHR), Epic EHR, Oral Communications, Patient Care, Patient Care Plans, Prioritization, Research Oriented, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Analysis Software (SAS), Team Collaboration.

Salary

Grade S26 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.

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.

Company Culture

Washington University in St. Louis’ collective success is significantly attributed to the passion and outstanding efforts of our community. Our staff, faculty and trainees are committed to excellence and dedicated to carrying out our missions of research, teaching and patient care. WashU prides itself on being a place where people matter, and serious work is done. Our people work together in an inclusive community that celebrates diverse perspectives, collaboration and innovation. We are a community of individuals inspired to work together to develop big ideas and tackle challenging problems. We value the well‑being of our people. WashU strives to create a positive employee experience where staff, faculty and trainees thrive, both personally and professionally. Our employees find meaning, connection and vitality in their work and life with a healthy work‑life balance and support to learn, grow and make an impact at WashU, the community and the world.