RN-Led Patient Care Navigator & Discharge Coordinator

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics; Time; On-site; NOK 614,000 - 851,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics seeks a care coordination RN to optimize patient outcomes from pre-admission through discharge. The role requires a Utah RN license and at least 1 year of nursing experience, with the ability to work rotating shifts in a 24/7 health system.

You will serve as a key liaison for the patient care plan and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. You'll coordinate care, monitor progress, and participate in rounds and discharge planning, ensuring timely

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health Care Administration, Health Science or related field (or equivalency).
• At least 1 year of related nursing experience.
• Current RN license in Utah or eligible via interstate compact.
• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, communicates and addresses patient and family care needs throughout the patient's stay.
• Acts as the key coordinator and contact for the patient care plan.
• Acts as clinical resource and support for bedside staff to address complex patient needs and assist with complex procedures.
• Collaborates with other Care Coordinators and Charge Nurses to identify burden of care and assign core team members.
• Participates in medical rounds at least two mornings a week.
• Attends patient evaluation conferences twice weekly, brings updates on patient progress, barriers to discharge and other concerns.
• Attends and participates in team program meetings.
• Updates and monitors nursing orders as needed based on care plan changes.
• Attends discharge briefing to give and receive updates on barriers to discharge and discharge needs.
• May follow up with patients within one week of discharge by performing post discharge follow up phone calls.
• At the discretion of department operational and patient care needs, this position is required to work rotating schedules, which may include variable hours, weekends, nights, and holidays to meet the staffing and patient care demands of a 24/7 complex health system. Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance during assigned shifts is considered an essential function of the role.

Skills

Communication skills

Nursing experience

Rotating shifts

Patient care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Health Care Administration, Health Science or related field (or equivalency)

Job description

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics seeks a care coordination RN to optimize patient outcomes from pre-admission through discharge. The role requires a Utah RN license and at least 1 year of nursing experience, with the ability to work rotating shifts in a 24/7 health system.

You will serve as a key liaison for the patient care plan and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams. You'll coordinate care, monitor progress, and participate in rounds and discharge planning, ensuring timely