RN Referral & Care Coordination Specialist

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Referral Coordination Team Registered Nurse (RN) to execute streamlined intake, triage, and directed care for veterans. The role emphasizes clinical judgment, planning, and critical thinking to deliver coordinated services.

Required are a nursing degree from an approved program, an active RN license in the United States, and English proficiency. Opportunities include progression through Nurse I–III levels as defined by VA qualification standards.

Qualifications

• English proficiency as required by VA
• Graduate of an approved nursing program (ACEN/CCNE)
• Current, active, and unrestricted RN license in the U.S.
• GNT exception allows temporary appointment while pursuing licensure

Responsibilities

• Receive, triage and direct timely, coordinated care
• Demonstrate competence in nursing practice and decision-making
• Engage in deliberate planning and critical thinking for patient care

Skills

Decision making

Critical thinking

Planning

English proficiency

Nursing competence

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Nursing Diploma

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or related field with BSN

Registered Nurse license (RN)

Job description

The US Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Referral Coordination Team Registered Nurse (RN) to execute streamlined intake, triage, and directed care for veterans. The role emphasizes clinical judgment, planning, and critical thinking to deliver coordinated services.

Required are a nursing degree from an approved program, an active RN license in the United States, and English proficiency. Opportunities include progression through Nurse I–III levels as defined by VA qualification standards.