RN - PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Chelsea (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time of

Federal health/vision/dental/long-term

Job summary

RN - PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR is a full-time nursing role within the VA Maine Healthcare System at Togus, ME. The position operates on a 40-hour week with a night schedule (19:30–08:00) and includes comprehensive federal benefits.

The role emphasizes coordination of patient care, leadership in nursing services, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality care and efficient patient flow.

Qualifications

• English Language Proficiency required.
• Graduate of an approved nursing program (ACEN/CCNE) or equivalent.
• Active RN license in a US state, territory, or DC.
• Bridge program candidates may be considered for temporary licensure.
• GNT exception allows 120-day temporary appointment while pursuing licensure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee patient care operations across the continuum.
• Provide nursing leadership and supervision during shifts.
• Facilitate patient flow: admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Support Nurse Manager in nursing services coordination.
• Lead quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

English proficiency

Leadership

Clinical nursing

Education

Nursing degree/licensure requirements

State nursing license

Job description

Summary

RN - PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR is in Nursing Services at the VA Maine Healthcare System - located at the Togus - ME location. This position is full-time at 40 hours per week. NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• English Language Proficiency
• In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f) - no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English
• Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant: The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
• OR Individuals attending a master's level bridge program in nursing who have completed coursework equivalent to a bachelor's level degree in Nursing may have opportunity to become registered as a nurse with a state licensing board prior to completion of the bridge program
• Upon achievement of a State license - the individual may be appointed on temporary basis and later converted to a permanent appointment upon successful completion and graduation from the bridge program
• (Reference VA Handbook 5005 - Appendix G6)
• OR In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing - possession of a current - full - active - and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement for graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant an appointment as a Nurse who has completed an associated degree/entry level Nursing education program
• Credit for foreign nursing education higher that associate degree/entry level requires a formal degree equivalency validation from a recognized equivalency evaluation accepted by VA such as International Consultants of Delaware (ICD)
• Current - full - active - and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a State - Territory or Commonwealth (i.e. - Puerto Rico) of the United States - or the District of Columbia
• Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) Exception: Candidates who otherwise meet the basic education requirements - but do not possess the required licensure - may be appointed at the entry step of the grade and level applicable to the completed nursing education as a GNT on a 120-day temporary appointment while actively pursuing licensure (may be extended up to two years on a case-by-case-basis.) NOTE: Grandfathering Provision - All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and performing the duties as described in the qualification standard on the effective date of the standard (1/29/2024) are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure/certification
• Grade Determinations: The following Scope - Education and Dimension criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates - and if appropriate - the level within a grade
• The Dimension requirements (Practice - Veteran/Patient Driven Care - Leadership - Professional Development and Evidence-Based Practice/Research) are detailed for each grade and level within the online assessment: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13097687
• Grade/Level Scope Education Nurse I - Level I Delivers fundamental - knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical competencies
• An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing - with no additional professional nursing required
• Nurse I - Level II Demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts - cognitive skills and technically competent practice in providing care to clients with basic or complex
• An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 1 ;OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience required
• Nurse I - Level III Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planning
• Self-directed in goal setting for managing complex client situations
• An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 2 years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I - Level 2
• OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the Nurse I - Level 2
• OR a Master's degree in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experience
• OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experience
• Nurse II Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others
• A BSN with 2 years of professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3
• OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with no professional nursing experience
• OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN with no additional professional nursing experience
• Nurse III Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership - experience and creative approaches to management of complex client care beyond the immediate practice setting
• MSN and 2 years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• OR a Master's degree in *related field with BSN and two years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III
• *Note: Foreign education programs/degrees are not creditable as related degrees
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: All applicants must be physically able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position
• A pre-placement physical examination shall be completed prior to appointment.

Duties

• Included but are not limited to: Coordinate and oversee patient care operations - ensuring the nursing needs of patients are met throughout the continuum of care
• Serve as a nursing administrator and supervisor - providing leadership and direction to nursing staff during assigned shifts - including off-tour and holiday coverage
• Facilitate patient flow - admissions - transfers - and discharges to promote efficient utilization of resources and timely patient care
• Assist the Nurse Manager in the management and coordination of nursing services - ensuring safe - effective - and high-quality care delivery
• Provide leadership and guidance to interdisciplinary teams by serving as a clinical expert - role model - and resource for staff
• Direct nursing staff and coordinate patient care activities across all areas of Patient Care Services during off tours and holidays
• Monitor regulatory compliance and identify operational issues - implementing corrective actions and service recovery measures when needed
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of staffing and scheduling documentation to support efficient workforce management
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and stakeholders to develop - implement - and evaluate patient-centered plans of care
• Lead quality improvement - patient safety - and evidence-based practice initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes - patient satisfaction - and operational effectiveness
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Work Schedule: Variable Night Shift with rotating Holidays and weekends 19:30 -08:00 Compressed/Flexible: Not Available Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory