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Nurse Innovator Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Clinical Nurse Coordinator RN NICU

Richmond, VA · On-site

$37.12 - $55.68/hr

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We are seeking a Clinical Nurse Coordinator RN NICU for our team to be an innovator. HCA Healthcare partners with Harvard Pilgrim Institute and the CDC to use our data from more than 26 million ...

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How much do nurse innovator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for nurse innovator in Virginia is $38.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.33 and $42.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nurse innovator?

A Nurse Innovator is a nursing professional who uses creativity, critical thinking, and clinical expertise to develop new solutions in healthcare. They focus on improving patient outcomes, healthcare processes, and technologies by identifying problems and designing innovative strategies or products. Nurse Innovators often collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, lead pilot programs, and advocate for the adoption of new ideas within healthcare organizations. Their work is essential in driving advancements that enhance both patient care and the nursing profession.

How does a nurse innovator typically collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to implement new healthcare solutions?

Nurse Innovators often work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, IT professionals, administrators, and patients, to identify challenges and develop innovative solutions in healthcare settings. They act as bridges between clinical practice and technology, ensuring that new processes or tools are practical and patient-centered. Collaboration usually involves regular meetings, brainstorming sessions, and pilot testing of new ideas, with Nurse Innovators providing critical feedback from a nursing perspective. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to advocate for both patient safety and workflow efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nurse innovator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Nurse Innovator, you need a solid clinical background, creative problem-solving abilities, and a thorough understanding of healthcare systems, often supported by a nursing degree and experience in diverse care settings. Familiarity with design thinking methodologies, health technology tools, and potentially certifications in innovation or healthcare leadership is highly beneficial. Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills help you drive change and inspire multidisciplinary teams. These skills are crucial for developing impactful solutions that improve patient outcomes and healthcare delivery.

What is the difference between Nurse Innovator vs Nurse Researcher?

AspectNurse InnovatorNurse Researcher
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN), possibly additional certifications in innovation or healthcare designRN, BSN or higher, often with research or clinical trial certifications
Work EnvironmentHealthcare settings, innovation labs, startups, or healthcare organizationsHospitals, research institutions, universities, or clinical trial sites
Employer & IndustryHealthcare organizations, startups, health tech companiesAcademic institutions, hospitals, research organizations
Primary FocusDeveloping and implementing innovative healthcare solutionsConducting clinical research to generate new medical knowledge

The main difference between a Nurse Innovator and a Nurse Researcher lies in their focus. Nurse Innovators create new healthcare solutions and improve patient care through innovation, while Nurse Researchers conduct studies to generate evidence and advance medical knowledge. Both roles require nursing credentials but serve different purposes within the healthcare industry.

What are popular job titles related to Nurse Innovator jobs in Virginia?

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Infographic showing various Nurse Innovator job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, and 30% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $79,632 per year, or $38.3 per hour.

Clinical Nurse Coordinator RN GYN Surgery

St. David's South Austin Medical Center

Richmond, VA • On-site

$35.35 - $53.03/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


St. David's HealthCare rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 88 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

381st of 889 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Clinical Nurse Coordinator RN GYN Surgery

Hourly Wage Estimate: $35.35 - $53.03 / hour Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

We are seeking a Clinical Nurse Coordinator RN GYN Surgery with Johnston-Willis Hospital to promote growth and unlock possibilities. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life. Share your leadership skills and come make a difference with us!

* Full-Time Night Shift *

Johnston-Willis Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  • Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  • Colleague recognition program
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are seeking a Clinical Nurse Coordinator RN GYN Surgery for our team to be an innovator. HCA Healthcare partners with Harvard Pilgrim Institute and the CDC to use our data from more than 26 million patient encounters each year to impact the industry. Come build your career with us!

The Clinical Nurse Coordinator (CNC) ensures and delivers high quality, patient-centered care and coordination of all functions in the unit/department during the designated shift. In collaboration with other members of the management team, the CNC directs, monitors, and evaluates nursing care in accordance with established policies/procedures, serves as a resource person for staff, and models a commitment to the organization's vision/mission/values to support an unparalleled patient experience and clinical outcomes that contribute to overall departmental performance.

What you will do in this role:

  • Assists with admission and discharge processes to ensure efficient throughput and high quality, patient-centered care.
  • Participates in the ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided in the unit, in collaboration with other members of the management team.
  • Collaborates with subject matter experts and other managers to create an environment of teamwork that supports improved outcomes and service.
  • Supports a patient-first philosophy and engages in service recovery when necessary.
  • Supports the efforts of the facility to improve engagement by operationalizing current nursing strategies, including employee rounding, hourly rounds, and other initiatives.
  • Provides recommendations related to interviewing, selecting, and training new staff. Recommends and implements courses of action, including training and development, conflict resolution, personnel policy compliance, completion of performance evaluations, and/or disciplinary actions to ensure a competitively better organization.
  • Assists with staff scheduling. Manages all practical aspects of staff labor in accordance with patient care needs and established productivity guidelines.
  • Supports proper inventory control and assists with managing supplies and equipment.

What qualifications you will need:

  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (BSN preferred).
  • Current Registered Nurse License in Virginia or Current Multistate Compact License.
  • 3+ years of current nursing experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
  • 1 year of leadership experience in a hospital setting preferred.
  • Current American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS or BCLS) Certification.

Johnston-Willis Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1909, giving patient's access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than a century of pioneering healthcare, our 290+ bed hospital is one of the leading acute care facilities for Greater Richmond and the Tri-Cities area. We offer a full range of healthcare services, with specialties in cancer care, and neuroscience at our first-in-Richmond Neuroscience and Gamma Knife Center, and we are the first in the United States for HCA Healthcare, and the first in Central Virginia to offer Focused Ultrasound for essential tremors. With our sister facility, Chippenham Hospital, we've provided and continue to provide a wide range of services to Central Virginia.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Join our family of over 180 hospitals and about 2,000 sites of care to drive excellence and raise the bar for our over 35 million annual patient encounters.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


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