About the posting
“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.”
Read the full posting on VCU Health's site
Seen live Oct 23, 2026; first seen Oct 22, 2026.
Pay in context
VCU Health does not list pay for this role. 9 percent of nursing postings in Richmond, VA area do; their median is $91,700.
How long it has been open
Posted Oct 22, 2026, 2 days ago, and seen on VCU Health's careers page today.
At 2 days old, it is under the 23-day median.
VCU Health's postings we have seen close took a median of 3 days.
VCU Health at a glance
VCU Health has 364 open postings that we can see, 122 in nursing; 0 percent list pay.
The application
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Place and cost of living
On site in Richmond, VA area; prices in VA run 1 percent above the US average.
The nursing market in Richmond, VA area
126 nursing postings in Richmond, VA area are open right now, from 13 employers.
Half of them have been open 23 days or less.
From VCU Health's posting
This is VCU Health's own text, as published on its job board. We last checked it on Oct 23, 2026. Apply on VCU Health's site. We remove a posting when the employer closes it.
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.
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