Role Overview: The Care Coordinator RN Sr. is responsible for assessing patients’ transitional care needs, coordinating care across the continuum, and engaging with patients and families to ensure care goals are met, particularly during complex hospital admissions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct psychosocial, functional, and discharge planning assessments.
- Collaborate with physicians, care teams, and patients to develop and implement individualized discharge plans.
- Facilitate communication regarding care progression, identify and resolve barriers to discharge, and manage post-acute referrals.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of assessments, plans, and interactions in medical records.
- Mentor and precept new staff and interns, supporting professional development.
- Support compliance with policies, regulations, and organizational goals.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Minimum of 3 years of acute care nursing experience; 2 years in hospital-based care coordination or case management.
- Associates or Diploma in Nursing; Bachelor’s preferred.
- Active RN license (single state or multi-state compact) and BLS certification.
- Strong communication, assessment, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations, community resources, and care coordination processes.
- Ability to work collaboratively under pressure and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
Join a team dedicated to compassionate, patient-centered care, emphasizing collaboration, excellence, and continuous professional growth.