Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (Pediatrics) - Stone - Care Management

Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (Pediatrics) - Stone - Care Management Stone Health Center, 4888 N. Stone, Tucson, Arizona, United States of America Job Description Posted Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 9:00 AM Schedule: Monday through Friday Pay Range: $30.50 - $48.72 Depending on Years of Experience Job Purpose The Registered Nurse Care Coordinator promotes the mission and vision of El Rio Health through collaborative interdisciplinary teamwork to provide high quality nursing care, patient safety and care coordination, in order to optimize health and minimize the use of tertiary care services. The RN Care Coordinator leads disease management and disease prevention activities, including case management, referral coordination, and hospital/emergency department follow‑up for high‑risk/complex patients. The RN Care Coordinator also develops strategies to assess social determinants of health and measure patient experiences, and contributes to process improvement, workflow design, and training to enable staff to work at the top of their licensure and skill set. Essential Job Functions Identifies patients meeting criteria for care coordination through risk stratification and provider referral. Engages patients in care coordination. Implements clinical interventions and protocols based on evidence‑based guidelines. Develops individualized plans of care and targeted interventions involving patients/families in decision‑making. Monitors patients/families’ response to care plans and revises as needed. Provides self‑management support that empowers patients/families to build capacity for self‑care and education. Coordinates care through collaboration with provider, patient/family, community, and other team members. Provides follow‑up when the patient transitions between settings, completing medication reconciliation, specialist follow‑up, teaching, and problem‑solving barriers. Performs medication management and develops patient‑directed self‑management strategies. Maintains an updated list of community resources. Documents preventive care and services performed elsewhere. Conducts follow‑up phone calls to ensure goals are met and health issues are managed. Monitors data systems to identify gaps in care and uses EMR tasks/messages for timely responses. Ensures a safe, hazard‑free work environment, reporting hazards and participating in safety programs. Maintains a clean, safe, and hygienic work space following infection control policies. Protects patient confidentiality and ensures HIPAA compliance. Demonstrates proficiency with Joint Commission Certification requirements. Consistently demonstrates AIDET principles with patients and staff. May conduct home visits as needed and approved by supervisor. Promotes a professional environment that respects diversity and multiculturalism. Minimum Education and Experience A degree or diploma as a Registered Nurse from an accredited program. One year of hands‑on patient care nursing experience, either in a hospital or clinic. Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations Current Registered Nurse license in good standing with the Arizona Board of Nursing. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for health‑care providers. Level I fingerprint clearance card in good standing or applied for within seven working days of employment. Reliable transportation; if driving during work hours, a valid driver’s license and compliance with Arizona vehicle insurance requirements. Preferred Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities Three to five years of hands‑on patient care nursing experience. Experience in an inpatient setting (e.g., Emergency Room, Critical Care, Medical/Surgical). Experience in a fast‑paced community health center. Care Management experience. Experience in continuous quality improvement. Strong telephone skills. Bilingual in English/Spanish. EEO & Other Legal Statements Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices to perform the essential functions of the job. El Rio Health does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit‑based factors. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job‑related factors. El Rio Health requires all AZ employees to have a Level One Fingerprint Clearance card. A.R.S. 36.425.03. New hires and transfers must submit their fingerprint clearance card or fingerprint receipt before their hire date or transfer date. Level One (1) Non-IVP Fingerprint Clearance card must be received within 30 days after the new employee hire date or transfer date. All employees are strongly recommended to obtain and maintain vaccination status (i.e., as recommended by CDC and/or other public health agencies) to include an Influenza vaccination. Subject to exemptions and accommodations when required by law. (Policy: Adm‑016 & Adm‑045). All employees are required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to post‑accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and follow‑up drug and alcohol testing in compliance with Federal and State regulations for alcohol and controlled substance testing. Employees in positions holding responsibility for the safety and welfare of others will also be classified as safety sensitive. El Rio Health is a non‑profit 501(c)(3) Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and abides by all applicable federal Drug‑Free Workplace standards. El Rio Health is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr