Travel Nurse RN - Case Management
Nome, AK
Slate Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

RN Care Coordinator (Peds) – Short Job Description

Department: Primary Care Clinic
Reports To: Manager, Primary Care Clinic

Position Summary

The RN Care Coordinator coordinates interdisciplinary care for pediatric patients, serving as a liaison between patients/families and healthcare providers. Responsibilities include coordinating appointments, referrals, records, travel arrangements, and treatment plans while educating families on healthcare needs, medications, resources, and self-care.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor patient care plans and follow-up services.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, medications, and self-care.
• Coordinate specialty, outpatient, and external clinic appointments.
• Process and track referrals through Cerner Referral Management.
• Obtain and review medical records from outside facilities/providers.
• Place provider-requested orders for labs, radiology, travel, and referrals.
• Coordinate specialty clinics and healthcare-related events.
• Communicate with providers, agencies, patients, and families to ensure timely care.
• Provide relief RN coverage in the Outpatient Clinic as needed.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with organizational policies and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing
• Alaska RN License
• BLS certification (AHA).
• Strong nursing, communication, organization, and case-management skills.
• Ability to manage a heavy caseload and work effectively with patients and families in emotional situations.
• Experience with patient documentation and referral services preferred.
• Knowledge of the pediatric patient population preferred.

Work Environment

• Primarily office/clinic based.
• Minimal travel required, including possible travel by aircraft, snowmobile, ATV, or boat.
• Ability to perform routine clinical/office tasks and lift/carry up to 25 lbs.