Care Coordinator

University Health Careers; Pleasanton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health System is seeking an experienced RN at the front door to screen patients for placement in acute or observation beds and to coordinate appropriate diversions to home or other levels of care. The role requires assertive clinical acumen and strong communication with medical staff, nursing teams, patients and families.

Texas license as an RN is required, with BSN preferred. Three years of hospital experience is preferred; ongoing development includes completing a Clinical

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with current RN license in Texas.
• BSN preferred; national certification in related field preferred.
• Three years hospital experience preferred.
• Must complete a Clinical Documentation Improvement Course within specified time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients needing placement in acute or observation beds for status determinations.
• Coordinate diversions to home or other level of care appropriate for services needed.
• Serve as liaison with medical staff, nursing, patients and families; requires assertive clinical acumen.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Patient liaison

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

RN license Texas

BSN preferred

National certification preferred

Clinical Documentation Improvement Course

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
At the front door of University Health System, this role serves to screen patients needing placement in acute or observation beds for the purposes of correct status determinations, and the coordination of appropriate diversions to home or other level of care more appropriate for the services needed to be rendered. This position requires assertive clinical acumen and communication skills for serving in the liaison roles with medical staff, nursing, and patients and families.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in the State of Texas, BSN preferred. National certification (e.g. CCRN, RNC, CEN, CNOR, OCN, ANCC, CAN, CPAN, CFRN, etc.) in related field is preferred. Three years recent, full-time hospital experience preferred. Work experience in case management, utilization review or hospital quality assurance experience is preferred. Must complete a Clinical Documentation Improvement Course within specified time of hire date.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Current license from the Board of Nurse Examiners of the State of Texas to practice as a registered nurse is required. National certification in related field is preferred. Case Manager Certification (CCM or ANCC) is highly desirable.