Nursing Coordinator (Nurse)

Work That Matters. Support That Lasts.

At VisionQuest (VQ), we serve children, youth, and families during some of the most critical moments of their lives. Our teams help young people overcome challenges, build resilience, and move toward brighter futures.

VQ is a national child, youth, and family services organization providing residential programming, community-based services, and in-home support across the United States. We partner with state and federal agencies to deliver services where the need is greatest and to strengthen the communities we serve.

Every role at VQ contributes to meaningful impact. Whether working directly with youth or supporting the professionals who serve them, your work helps create opportunity and stability for the next generation.

Why build your career at VQ?

-Purpose-driven work
Every role contributes to helping children and families succeed.

-Fair and responsible compensation
We are committed to transparent and equitable pay practices.

-Career growth opportunities
Internal promotions and leadership development pathways.

-Professional leadership culture
Accountable, supportive leadership focused on long-term success.

-Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company-paid Life and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) with employer match

At VQ, we are building more than programs.
We are building careers that make a difference.

VisionQuest is seeking a Nursing Coordinator, also known as a Lead Medical Coordinator, to support the health services needs of youth in our care. This is a non-clinical, non-bedside role focused on coordination, oversight, documentation, and compliance-  not direct patient care.

This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse who is looking to step away from hospital or bedside nursing and into a structured, predictable role with standard weekday hours and no patient assignments.

*$3,000 Sign-on bonus

What This Role Is (and Is Not):

This role is:

• • Administrative and coordination-focused
  • Centered on scheduling, documentation, and oversight
  • Monday–Friday, daytime hours
  • Non-bedside and non-hospital-based

This role is NOT:

• • A patient load or clinical nursing position
  • 12-hour shifts
  • Charting-intensive nor physically demanding bedside care

Who This Role Is Ideal For:

• A RN seeking work-life balance
• A nurse burned out on hospital or bedside work
• Someone who enjoys organization, coordination, and oversight
• A healthcare professional who wants predictable hours without physical strain

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and oversee medical, dental, and mental health services for youth in care
• Schedule appointments and ensure timely access to care in accordance with federal agency and state requirements
• Maintain and audit medical records, medication logs, and required documentation
• Monitor compliance with HIPAA, federal agency, and licensing standards
• Serve as a liaison between providers, program staff, and leadership
• Provide guidance and oversight to Medical Coordinators
• Support emergency response protocols when needed (non-clinical coordination)
• Participate in audits, compliance reviews, and documentation reviews
• Support training and policy adherence related to medical coordination

Qualifications:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment required
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or higher
• Experience in healthcare coordination, administration, public health, school nursing, or similar settings preferred
• Supervisory or lead experience preferred but not required
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Comfortable working in a regulated environment

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to pass background checks and drug screening
• CPR/First Aid and CPI certification (or ability to obtain)
• Valid driver’s license
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Working/Physical Requirements:

• May lift and carry up to 10 pounds frequently, up to 20 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds infrequently.
• Performs tasks that may involve standing or walking 50% of the day; sitting 50%of the day.
• May bend, stoop, reach and grasp as necessary.
• Must be able to provide First Aid and CPR.
• Must be able to perform physical holds as instructed in Crisis Prevention Intervention training (CPI).