Nurse Patient Navigator - Pediatric Complex Care - Days
Listed compensation
$73k-$121k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
The Nurse Patient Navigator functions as a Nurse Patient Navigator and serves as an advocate, interpreter, educator and counselor for a group of patients.
The Nurse Patient Navigator manages the care of assigned patients in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high quality and comprehensive healthcare and ancillary services.
The Nurse Patient Navigator serves as the single point of contact to assigned patients and caregivers.
The Nurse Patient Navigator remains a support system to patients and caregivers throughout the patient’s treatment.
The Nurse Patient Navigator uses clinical/nursing knowledge and skills in the performance of job responsibilities.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current RN licensure in Virginia AHA BLS Certification Specialty Nursing Certification in either Nurse Navigation or area of specialty within one year of hire in position Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of three (3) years of relevant clinical experience in nursing, patient education; case management and/or navigation Previous experience in specialty area Experience PREFERRED: Previous nurse navigation or leadership experience Experience within an academic, teaching hospital Education/training REQUIRED: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing Education/training PREFERRED: Master’ Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing Independent action(s) required: Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider medical/treatment orders.
Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards.
All practice is guided by and follows the VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice guidelines. Organizes and plans work with input from the patient/family with specific outcomes identified. Demonstrates use of sound clinical judgment based on nursing knowledge/experience.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Positions are primarily weekday work but may be expected to work into the evening or on the weekend, depending on assignment. May be required to go to all VCUHS locations.
Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on unit assignment Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical - Lifting less than 20 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive): Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change
This position will be working as part of the interdisciplinary team in the complex care clinic located at Children's Hospital of Richmond
Compensation Range
$73,133.00 - $120,744.00
Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
Days
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Key Responsibilities
Coordinates care for assigned patients with a multidisciplinary team, helping ensure comprehensive healthcare and ancillary services. Serves as a primary contact, advocate, educator, and ongoing support for patients and caregivers throughout treatment.
Requirements
Requires an active RN license in Virginia or an eligible or compact state at hire, a nursing bachelor's degree, and at least three years of relevant clinical experience, including experience in the specialty area. Continued employment requires Virginia RN licensure, AHA BLS certification, and specialty nursing certification in navigation or the relevant specialty within one year of hire.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Nurse Patient Navigator - Pediatric Complex Care - Days at VCU Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Pediatric Nursing (RN) — ranked against 30 active Pediatric Nursing (RN) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Pediatric Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 40 active Registered Nurse listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 50% have no call, 63% require no weekends.
Registered Nurse pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.0 / 10 · above average in pediatric nursing (rn) | ranked against 30 Pediatric Nursing (RN) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $73k–$121k | Registered Nurse median $95k (middle half $86k–$114k)15 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$96k in purchasing power | Virginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Registered Nurse listings in Virginia | 161 active | 5,962 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 30% remote · 50% no call · 63% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Registered Nurse pay trend | +6.4% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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