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Blue Dove Home Health S

Private Duty Nurse

Manassas, VA · On-site

$27.50 - $35.25/hr

Assessment and education to successfully help patients manage cardiac symptoms; care of orthopedic patients; care of patients with COPD; Pain management and care of patients with Kidney disease ...

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Sentara

Registered Nurse (RN)

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$10K/mo

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  • PTO

Education * RN Degree REQUIRED Certification/Licensure * Virginia RN License REQUIRED * Basic Life ... COPD. Wound Care. Days. First. First Shift. Sign on Bonus. Weekends. Weekend days. . Benefits:

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How much do copd educator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for copd educator in Virginia is $24.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.52 and $27.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a COPD educator?

A COPD Educator is a healthcare professional who teaches patients about Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), its management, and ways to improve their quality of life. They provide education on medications, breathing techniques, lifestyle changes, and proper inhaler use. COPD Educators may work in hospitals, clinics, or community settings, collaborating with healthcare teams to support patients. Their goal is to help individuals better manage their condition, reduce hospital visits, and improve overall lung health.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a COPD educator?

To thrive as a COPD Educator, you need a background in respiratory therapy, nursing, or a related healthcare field, along with experience in patient education about chronic lung disease. Familiarity with spirometry, oxygen therapy equipment, electronic medical records, and certifications such as Certified COPD Educator (CCEP) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) are typical requirements. Strong interpersonal communication, cultural sensitivity, and motivational interviewing skills help build trust and effectively guide patients. These competencies are crucial for equipping individuals with the knowledge and strategies needed to manage COPD, improve health outcomes, and reduce hospital readmissions.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a COPD educator?

As a COPD Educator, your days will frequently involve assessing patients’ understanding of their condition, providing tailored education on medication use and inhaler technique, and teaching strategies for symptom management. You may run group classes, one-on-one sessions, or collaborate with physicians, nurses, and respiratory therapists to develop patient-specific care plans. Tracking patient progress and documenting outcomes are also important parts of the role. This position allows you to make a significant impact on patients’ long-term health and support their journey toward managing chronic lung disease more effectively.

How to become a certified COPD educator?

To become a certified COPD educator, individuals typically need to have a healthcare background such as nursing, respiratory therapy, or a related field, and complete specialized training in COPD management. Certification programs are offered by organizations like the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) or the American Lung Association, which often require passing an exam and maintaining continuing education credits.

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Infographic showing various Copd Educator job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,097 per year, or $24.1 per hour.

Integrated Nurse Case Manager/Registered Nurse/RN for Chronic/Complex Condition in Hampton, Newport

Sentara Healthcare

Newport News, VA • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

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6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 412 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

531st of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

City/State
Newport News, VA
Work Shift
First (Days)
Overview:
Sentara Health Plans is hiring an Integrated Nurse Case Manager/Registered Nurse/RN for Chronic/Complex Condition in Hampton, Newport News, Yorktown, Williamsburg, VA, and the surrounding areas!
This is a full-time, work-from-home position that requires travel to conduct face-to-face home visits (target of at least 12 monthly) for chronic/complex condition members (asthma, diabetes, heart failure, cancer, heart disease, COPD) in Hampton, Newport News, Yorktown, Williamsburg, VA, and the surrounding areas!
Status: Full-time, permanent position (40 hours)
Standard working hours: 8am to 5pm EST, M-F
Location: Applicants must reside in Hampton, Newport News, Yorktown, Williamsburg, VA, and the surrounding areas!
Primary responsibilities include:
  • Responsible for case management services within the scope of licensure; develops, monitors, evaluates, and revises the member's care plan to meet the member's needs, with the goal of optimizing member health care across the care continuum
  • Performs telephonic or face-to-face clinical assessments for the identification, evaluation, coordination and management of member's needs, including physical and behavioral health, social services and long-term services
  • Identifies members for high-risk complications and coordinates care in conjunction with the member and health care team
  • Manages chronic illnesses, co-morbidities, and/or disabilities ensuring cost effective and efficient utilization of health benefits; conducts gap in care management for quality programs
  • Assists with the implementation of member care plans by facilitating authorizations/referrals within benefits structure or extra-contractual arrangements, as permissible
  • Interfaces with Medical Directors, Physician Advisors and/or Inter-Disciplinary Teams on care management treatment plans
  • Presents cases at case conferences for multidisciplinary focus. Ensures compliance with regulatory, accrediting and company policies and procedures
  • May assist in problem solving with provider, claims or service issues.

Target Member Population Includes:
  • High Emergency Room (ER) utilizers
  • Recent hospital discharges
  • Members diagnosed with chronic/complex conditions (Asthma, diabetes, heart failure, cancer, heart disease, COPD)

Education:
  • Associate or Bachelors Degree in Nursing REQUIRED

Certification/Licensure:
  • Registered Nurse (RN) License (Compact or Virginia) REQUIRED

Experience:
  • 3 years experience in Nursing REQUIRED
  • Case Management experience highly preferred
  • Managed Care or Health Plan experience preferred
  • Experience working with chronic/complex condition members (Asthma, diabetes, heart failure, cancer, heart disease, COPD) preferred
  • Experience in home health experience, inpatient case management, hospice, transition of care, and discharge planning preferred
  • Strong knowledge of physical, psychological, socio-cultural, and cognitive patient needs.
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, as well as strong problem-solving and analytical

Sentara Health Plans provides health plan coverage to close to one million members in Virginia. We offer a full suite of commercial products including employee-owned and employer-sponsored plans, as well as Individual & Family Health Plans, Employee Assistance Programs and plans serving Medicare and Medicaid enrollees.
Our quality provider network features a robust provider network, including specialists, primary care physicians and hospitals.
We offer programs to support members with chronic illnesses, customized wellness programs, and integrated clinical and behavioral health services-all to help our members improve their health.
Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth.
Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve!
To apply, please go to www.sentaracareers.com and use the following as your Keyword Search: JR-103807
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Managed Care, MCO, Health Plan, Healthcare, Health Insurance, Nursing, RN, Registered Nurse, Medicaid, Chronic, Complex condition members, Asthma, diabetes, heart failure, cancer, heart disease, COPD, home health experience, inpatient case management, hospice, emergency room, ED, Emergency Department, Discharge Planning, Case Management, Transition of Care, TOC, Hampton, Newport News, Yorktown, Williamsburg, VA, Remote, Virginia
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to 10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - 5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - 10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.
In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:
Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

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