Care Coordination RN: Discharge & Transition Specialist

Wellstar Health System, Inc.; Blythe (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System, Inc. is seeking a Care Coordinator RN to assess transitional care needs, coordinate care across the continuum, and engage patients and families to ensure discharge readiness.

The role focuses on ensuring effective care progression and timely transitions. The position requires collaboration with physicians, the utilization review nurse, and the interdisciplinary care team to develop individualized discharge plans, document progress, and address barriers with a

Qualifications

• Associates degree or nursing diploma required; BSN preferred.
• Active RN license (single-state or multi-state compact) required.
• BLS certification or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assess transitional care needs and coordinate discharge planning.
• Collaborate with physicians and the care team to ensure care progression.
• Educate patients and families on care plans and resources.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and patient/family conferences.
• Document in the EMR and track discharge goals and barriers.

Skills

Communication skills

Stress management

Team collaboration

Assessment & problem-solving

Education

Associate degree in nursing

Diploma in nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Wellstar Health System, Inc. is seeking a Care Coordinator RN to assess transitional care needs, coordinate care across the continuum, and engage patients and families to ensure discharge readiness.

The role focuses on ensuring effective care progression and timely transitions. The position requires collaboration with physicians, the utilization review nurse, and the interdisciplinary care team to develop individualized discharge plans, document progress, and address barriers with a