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RN Program Coordinator
UT Southwestern Medical CenterUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Jun 2026
About the role
RN Program Coordinator - (953661)
Description
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
The RN Program Coordinator provides comprehensive care coordination for patients with complex conditions across the continuum of care. This role serves as a key liaison among providers, patients, families, laboratories, pharmacies, and external agencies to ensure timely diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management. The coordinator also supports clinical operations, research initiatives, and patient advocacy within a multidisciplinary and academic care environment.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
- Education
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
- Experience
3 years of nursing experience
Additional experience may be considered in lieu of education requirements
- Licenses and Certifications
(RN) REGISTERED NURSE Licensure by Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas Upon Hire
(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) Upon Hire
- Experience
Experience in complex clinical conditions, rare disease, or specialty care
Prior care coordination or program coordination experience
JOB DUTIES
- Clinical Coordination & Care Management:
- Coordinates intake, evaluation, and longitudinal care for patients with complex conditions.
- Serves as the primary nursing liaison among multidisciplinary teams and external providers.
- Reviews referrals and ensures appropriate documentation and follow-up.
- Coordinates clinical testing, including prior authorizations, specimen collection, lab communication, and result tracking.
- Manages patient communication through calls, MyChart messages, and nurse visits.
- Monitors surveillance labs, communicates results to patients and providers, and maintains patient tracking databases.
- Facilitates transitions of care, including pediatric-to-adult clinic transitions and coordination with inpatient and outpatient services.
- Coordinates specialty clinic visits and multidisciplinary care plans.
- Obtains and integrates external medical records into the pat
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