Care Coordination RN: Discharge & Transitions

Wellstar Health System; Mableton (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Care Coordinator RN (CC RN) to assess transitional care needs, coordinate across the continuum, and engage with patients and families to ensure needs are met. The role emphasizes discharge planning, care progression, and collaboration with the care team to optimize resources and patient outcomes.

The CC RN will conduct psychosocial assessments, coordinate with physicians, social work, and payment services, and facilitate timely discharge while addressing

Qualifications

• RN license required (in-state or compact)
• Associates degree/diploma in nursing; bachelor's preferred
• Minimum 1 year nursing experience in acute care
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Assess transitional care needs and coordinate discharge planning across care continuum
• Engage with patient and family to ensure needs are met and resources are arranged
• Collaborate with physicians, care team, and social services to optimize care progression and discharge
• Document assessments and care plans clearly in the medical record
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and care conferences

Skills

Communication

Assessment

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Nursing degree (RN)

Job description

Wellstar Health System is seeking a Care Coordinator RN (CC RN) to assess transitional care needs, coordinate across the continuum, and engage with patients and families to ensure needs are met. The role emphasizes discharge planning, care progression, and collaboration with the care team to optimize resources and patient outcomes.

The CC RN will conduct psychosocial assessments, coordinate with physicians, social work, and payment services, and facilitate timely discharge while addressing