Weekend Float RN Care Coordinator: Care Transitions

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking an RN Care Coordinator to lead transitions from acute care to post-discharge settings. You will work with physicians, social workers, and payers to ensure efficient, safe, and cost-effective care while focusing on patient outcomes.

The role requires Virginia RN licensure (or eligibility) and at least 3 years in an acute care setting, with preferred UM/care coordination experience and a Master’s degree in nursing or related field.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Virginia or eligibility
• Minimum 3 years nursing experience in acute care
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary team for transition and discharge planning

Responsibilities

• Works with attending and consulting physicians to facilitate transition through hospitalization.
• Collaborates with the multi-disciplinary team to coordinate care and ensure appropriate reimbursement.
• Seeks social workers to resolve psychosocial issues and develop complex discharge plans.
• Liaises between hospital and community agencies for information exchange.
• Ensures compliance with CMS/QIO guidelines and uses medical necessity criteria.
• Supports patient safety initiatives and upholds VCUHS Mission and Values.
• Maintains professional rapport with providers, patients, families, and internal customers.

Skills

RN Care Coordination

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in biological/health or social sciences

Master's Degree in Nursing or healthcare field

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems is seeking an RN Care Coordinator to lead transitions from acute care to post-discharge settings. You will work with physicians, social workers, and payers to ensure efficient, safe, and cost-effective care while focusing on patient outcomes.

The role requires Virginia RN licensure (or eligibility) and at least 3 years in an acute care setting, with preferred UM/care coordination experience and a Master’s degree in nursing or related field.