Registered Nurse – Special Needs Coordinator (RN, SNC)
Location: RAF Lakenheath, Brandon,
Job Type: Professional Services
Company: Decypher
Category: Medical Services
Job Description Apply Now
The Registered Nurse – Special Needs Coordinator (RN, SNC) is a vital healthcare professional responsible for overseeing and managing the Exceptional Family Member Program-Medical (EFMP-M) in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) and Air Force (AF) policies. This full-time position requires clinical expertise in assessing and identifying special medical and educational needs among military families, while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and data management standards. The RN, SNC acts as a liaison between military families, medical staff, installation personnel, and various support agencies to facilitate the provision of comprehensive care and services for those enrolled in the EFMP-M program.
This role is deeply collaborative and involves multi-disciplinary teamwork to ensure all active duty sponsors with family members requiring special medical or educational attention are appropriately identified, enrolled, and supported through ongoing clinical oversight and outreach. The Registered Nurse – Special Needs Coordinator (RN, SNC) also provides essential training and consultation to installation and medical staff to maintain high standards in program implementation and family support.
Working in this capacity, the RN, SNC engages in ongoing data management, maintains accurate clinical documentation, and upholds all standards of professional nursing practice within the military healthcare system. The position also involves coordination with the Integrated Delivery System (IDS), participation in case reviews, and collaboration with both base and civilian agencies to ensure families have access to necessary resources and referrals. Travel may be required to paired communities and other medical facilities, utilizing government-owned vehicles as needed.
This opportunity allows the RN, SNC to make a significant difference in the lives of military families, offering both personal and professional growth while supporting the overall mission of the Air Force and Department of Defense. If you are a registered nurse with a passion for care coordination and advocacy, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role by clicking the job application button.
Registered Nurse – Special Needs Coordinator (RN, SNC) Summary- Oversees the implementation and management of the Exceptional Family Member Program-Medical (EFMP-M) at the installation level
- Serves as a clinical resource for identifying, enrolling, and supporting military families with special needs
- Collaborates with internal and external service providers to ensure effective outreach and support
- Provides clinical training to staff and maintains data integrity within AF medical special needs systems
- Manage the installation EFMP-M program in compliance with DoD and AF policies
- Utilize clinical assessment skills for timely identification of special needs among family members
- Coordinate with installation youth services, childcare facilities, and spouse groups for outreach
- Ensure all sponsors with special needs family members are identified and enrolled in appropriate systems
- Oversee base-level data entry and maintain clinical documentation in electronic medical records (AHLTA, EMR)
- Provide clinical training and consultation for installation personnel and medical staff
- Support the Family Member Relocation Clearance (FMRC) process and ensure compliance with all related requirements
- Coordinate travel screening for family members assigned to overseas bases
- Maintain annual contact with Q-coded sponsors to identify unmet needs and update records
- Collaborate with the Integrated Delivery System (IDS) and other agencies for information and referrals
- Refer EFMP families to additional support resources as needed
- Participate in EFMP quarterly case reviews and various facility meetings, committees, or work groups
- Ensure compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), infection control, HIPAA, and other relevant policies
- Complete required documentation, tracking logs, and reporting as specified by policy
- Maintain productivity and quality standards consistent with professional nursing practice and facility guidelines
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive benefits package (details provided during the hiring process)
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
- Potential for travel reimbursement when required
- Active, valid, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in any US state or territory, in good standing
- Graduate of an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program
- Completion of all continuing education required for licensure
- Minimum of three years' full-time nursing and care coordination experience for ADN graduates; two years for BSN graduates
- Experience in clinical assessment, care coordination, and multidisciplinary teamwork
- Ability to travel as needed, sometimes using Government Owned Vehicles (GOV)
- Compliance with all relevant federal, DoD, and facility-specific policies and procedures
- Proven expertise in care coordination and case management within a clinical or military healthcare setting
- Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills for outreach and collaboration
- Demonstrated ability to manage data systems and maintain accurate clinical documentation
- Commitment to supporting military families and improving their quality of life
- Adaptable, detail-oriented, and dedicated to ongoing professional growth
- The work environment primarily involves clinical settings with regular interaction with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams
- Physical requirements may include travel to various medical facilities and paired communities
- All staff must adhere to HIPAA, EEO, infection control, and other established policies
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) compliance is required
- Applicants are encouraged to apply by clicking the job application button to join a team that makes a difference in the lives of military families