ED RN Care Coordinator
On-siteVinings, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Assess chronic disease management needs and psychosocial risk factors for patients, then partner with physicians and the care team to establish discharge plans. Manage all aspects of disposition, including identifying barriers to timely release and initiating post-acute referrals through departmental processes. Collaborate on interdisciplinary rounds to confirm estimated discharge dates and facilitate communication regarding care progression. Document initial clinical and psychosocial assessments, ensure accurate progress notes, and track avoidable days. Requires an RN license with at least one year of acute care experience. Day shift position at Wellstar Health System in Georgia.
Required Qualifications
- Associates Nursing or Diploma (Nurse) Nursing or Bachelors Nursing-Preferred
- RN - Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN-COMPACT - RN - Multi-state Compact
- BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor
- Minimum 1 year nursing experience in the acute care setting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skill
- Must possess maturity, self-confidence, objectivity, and positive attitude
- Self-directed with the ability to function well under stress, handle change, and function in a fast-paced environment
- Strong assessment, interview, organizational and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge regarding local, state and federal regulations
- Knowledge of community and state-wide resources and programs
- Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, members of the care team, and the patient/family to assist with progression of care through their transition to the next level of care
- All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelors Nursing-Preferred
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