Care Coordinator

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health System seeks a Registered Nurse to screen patients for placement into acute or observation beds and coordinate diversions to home or other appropriate care levels.

The role requires assertive clinical acumen and strong communication with medical staff, nursing teams, patients and families to determine status and ensure smooth transitions.

Qualifications

• RN license in Texas required.
• BSN preferred.
• National certification in related field preferred.
• Clinical Documentation Improvement course required within specified time.
• Experience in hospital setting and case management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients at front door for bed placement (acute/observation).
• Coordinate diversions to home or other appropriate care levels.
• Serve as liaison with medical staff, nursing, patients and families.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Communication

Care coordination

Education

Texas RN license

BSN preferred

National certification preferred

CDI course within hire period

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.