The Care Coordinator RN (CC RN) plays a vital role in assessing patient needs, coordinating care across the continuum, and facilitating smooth transitions from hospital to next-level care.
Responsibilities include conducting psychosocial and functional assessments, developing individualized discharge plans, collaborating with the care team, and managing post-acute referrals. The CC RN ensures timely progress in patient care, identifies and resolves barriers to discharge, and documents all interactions and plans accurately.
Qualifications require an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Nursing degree, RN licensure (single or multi-state), and BLS certification. Candidates must have at least 1 year of acute care nursing experience, with strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Key duties involve interdisciplinary collaboration, discharge planning, care progression management, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role demands self-direction, ability to handle stress, and a focus on patient-centered care to promote efficient, quality outcomes.