| Location | Charlottesville, VA |
| Salary | $85,820.80–$113,401.60 Per Year |
Bring your pediatric nursing expertise to a role where clinical judgment, thoughtful coordination, and trusted family education help children with pulmonary disease receive connected, highly specialized care.
As a Registered Nurse Care Coordinator in the Pediatric Pulmonary Clinic, you will guide patients and families across the care continuum through telephone triage, education, treatment support, and coordination with specialty services. This is an opportunity for an experienced nurse to practice with autonomy, flexibility, and meaningful interdisciplinary partnership while becoming a trusted clinical resource for a defined pulmonary patient population.
The Role
This position blends clinical coordination with the critical behind-the-scenes work that keeps complex pediatric care moving forward. You will collaborate closely with pulmonary providers, respiratory therapists, clinical team members, and fellow RN Care Coordinators to anticipate needs, remove barriers, and help families understand and navigate their care plans.
Your average day may include:
Providing telephone triage and using nursing assessment skills to identify needs, establish priorities, and support appropriate next steps
Coordinating care between Pediatric Pulmonary and other services involved in each patient's treatment
Delivering clear, individualized education to patients and families regarding pulmonary conditions, treatments, and care plans
Supporting clinic visits, patient teaching, and pulmonary treatments
Managing forms, prior authorizations, and other administrative requirements that help patients access timely care
Communicating with providers, respiratory therapists, nurses, and clinical partners to maintain continuity across settings
Applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address clinical and operational barriers
Progressing toward independent management of the pulmonary patient population
The role is primarily focused on care coordination and triage rather than continuous in-person bedside care. It is well suited for a confident nurse who values clinical ownership, organized follow-through, and the opportunity to make an impact across the full patient journey.
This is a salaried position with a Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. schedule in a clinic and office environment. Some remote work may be available after onboarding, providing added flexibility as you become established in the role.
Why UVA Health
At UVA Health Children's, you will join a nationally recognized pediatric academic center where nurses, physicians, respiratory therapists, and other specialists work together to care for children and families with complex needs. The Pediatric Pulmonary team offers an environment where experienced nurses can bring forward ideas, strengthen care coordination, and practice with a high degree of professional accountability.
Highlights include:
A collaborative pediatric pulmonary team that works closely across nursing, medicine, respiratory therapy, and specialty services
The resources and clinical depth of an integrated academic health system
A Magnet-recognized nursing environment that supports professional practice, clinical advancement, and nurse involvement
The opportunity to develop deep expertise in pediatric pulmonary care while building long-term relationships with patients, families, and care teams
A role centered on autonomy, critical thinking, flexibility, and independent decision-making
A weekday schedule that supports greater predictability while maintaining meaningful clinical impact
Access to professional governance, nursing research, quality improvement, recognition programs, and clinical career development opportunities
The opportunity to contribute to UVA Health Children's, recognized as the number one children's hospital in Virginia
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
Here, your nursing experience will influence far more than a single encounter. You will help families navigate complicated care, strengthen communication among specialists, and create the continuity that children with pulmonary disease need to thrive.
Why People Love Living in Charlottesville
Charlottesville combines the energy and cultural amenities of a university community with easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains and Central Virginia's natural beauty. Healthcare professionals and their families can enjoy outdoor recreation, a vibrant independent restaurant scene, live music, arts, local markets, and neighborhoods ranging from walkable city communities to more relaxed rural settings. It is a welcoming place to build a career and a life, with opportunities to recharge, explore, and stay connected beyond the workday.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.
Experience: 1 year of registered nursing experience required, 3 years of related and relevant registered nursing experience strongly preferred. Specialty Board Certification strongly preferred
License/Certification: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids, and infectious diseases.
The pay range for this role is $85,820.80 - $113,401.60 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.