Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) – Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes, Children’s Hospital (Part Time)

Make a lasting impact on children and families navigating complex endocrine conditions by bringing clinical expertise, education, and compassionate coordination together in one highly meaningful role. This position offers the opportunity to influence lifelong health outcomes through relationship-driven pediatric care. 

As a Registered Nurse Care Coordinator in Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes, you will blend ambulatory nursing practice, patient education, and care coordination to support children with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and other endocrine disorders. This role appeals to nurses who are passionate about pediatrics, thrive in collaborative environments, and value teaching as a cornerstone of care delivery. 

The Role 

This is a dynamic, patient-centered position grounded in both clinical coordination and education. You will serve as a critical link between patients, families, and providers, helping guide care across both outpatient and inpatient settings while ensuring patients feel confident managing chronic conditions. 

In this role, your day-to-day experience includes both structured teaching and clinical coordination responsibilities within a supportive pediatric specialty team. 

• Coordinate care for pediatric patients with diabetes and endocrine disorders across clinic and hospital settings 

• Provide in-depth patient and family education, including:  

• New diagnosis diabetes education 

• Insulin pump training and ongoing disease management support 

• Teaching in both classroom-style settings and at the bedside for admitted patients 

• Manage phone triage and patient communication, supporting families as a consistent clinical resource 

• Collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and fellow RN Care Coordinators in a highly integrated team model 

• Participate in a rotating Saturday call schedule shared among the RNCC team 

• Progress toward independent teaching, clinical decision-making, and triage management within the first year 

This role is primarily clinic-based and in-person, offering consistency in schedule while maintaining meaningful patient interaction throughout the day. The position is part-time, with a preference for candidates available closer to 24 hours per week. The pace is steady, purposeful, and centered on building strong patient relationships and delivering high-quality education. 

Why UVA Health 

UVA Health provides the resources of a nationally recognized academic medical center combined with a collaborative and supportive clinical environment where nurses play an essential role in shaping patient outcomes. 

This role is uniquely positioned within a growing pediatric subspecialty program, offering both professional fulfillment and the opportunity to contribute to expanding services in endocrine and diabetes care. 

• Work within a highly collaborative pediatric subspecialty team where RN Care Coordinators and providers partner closely and actively support one another 

• Contribute to program growth and innovation, including expansion of diabetes prevention initiatives and evolving clinic locations 

• Be part of a care model that emphasizes education, empowerment, and long-term patient relationships 

• Gain exposure to the depth and resources of an academic health system, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous learning 

• Experience the reward of working with a patient population where education directly improves lifelong health outcomes 

• Join a team culture defined by shared purpose, strong communication, and mutual support, especially within a group of experienced part-time clinicians 

Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates. 

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville: 

Charlottesville offers a unique blend of professional opportunity and exceptional quality of life. Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides easy access to outdoor recreation, scenic hiking, and year-round natural beauty. At the same time, it features a vibrant food scene, local wineries, arts and culture, and a strong sense of community anchored by the University of Virginia. For healthcare professionals, Charlottesville delivers an ideal balance of meaningful work and personal well-being, making it an attractive place to build both a career and a life.