RN Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Rheumatology

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

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Health insurance

Metro U-Pass

Retirement plan

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Clinical Nurse Coordinator to coordinate and manage patient care across rheumatology services in multiple St. Louis-area locations.

You will collaborate with physicians, APPs, patients, and families to optimize outcomes and navigate complex care plans. The role emphasizes patient advocacy, education, and coordinating diverse clinical activities within a multidisciplinary team dedicated to chronic rheumatologic conditions.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure in MO and/or IL (Compact Act).
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS).
• Associates Degree in Nursing or Diploma in Registered Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of 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.
• Assists physician and provides support with examinations, procedures and other processes related to direct patient care.
• Performs 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.

Skills

Nursing experience

RN licensure

BLS certification

Care coordination

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in nursing

RN diploma

Tools

Epic EHR

Database management

Spreadsheet software

SAS

Job description

Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

Scheduled Hours

40

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.

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)

Working collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members, the Clinical Nurse Coordinator ensures optimal patient outcomes. Responsibilities include coordinating complex care plans, facilitating communication among care teams, supporting patient education, and helping patients navigate treatment throughout their healthcare journey.

The division fosters a collaborative, patient-centered environment that promotes clinical excellence, professional growth, and teamwork. This position is well suited for a registered nurse who is passionate about building long-term patient relationships, coordinating complex healthcare needs, and contributing as an essential member of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving the lives of patients with chronic rheumatologic conditions.

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

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

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Education

Required Qualifications

Associate Degree In Nursing Or Diploma In Registered Nursing

Certifications/Professional Licenses

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.

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.

More About This Job

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

Education

Preferred Qualifications

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

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

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.

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.