Care Coordinator RN

Azza HealthCare Agency; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency seeks a Care Coordinator RN to assess transitional care needs, coordinate across the care continuum, and engage with patients and families to ensure comprehensive care and successful discharge planning.

The role emphasizes timely discharge, effective communication, and documentation in a fast-paced acute care setting, requiring strong organization and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Requires RN licensure (single or multi-state) and BLS certification.
• Associate's or Bachelor’s Nursing degree required.
• Minimum of 1 year acute care nursing experience.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and develop discharge plans.
• Coordinate care across interdisciplinary teams.
• Facilitate communication regarding care progression and barriers to discharge.
• Document interactions accurately and support post-acute referrals.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

RN licensure

BLS certification

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Role

The Care Coordinator RN (CC RN) assesses transitional care needs, coordinates care across the continuum, and engages with patients and families to ensure comprehensive care and successful discharge planning.

Responsibilities

Conducts psychosocial and functional assessments, collaborates with care teams, manages discharge planning, facilitates communication regarding care progression, and resolves barriers to timely discharge. Documents all interactions accurately, supports post-acute referrals, and participates in interdisciplinary rounds. Ensures compliance with policies and contributes to professional development.

Qualifications & Skills

Requires an Associate's or Bachelor's Nursing degree, RN licensure (single or multi-state), and BLS certification. Minimum of 1 year acute care nursing experience. Must have excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work under stress and in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of healthcare regulations and community resources is essential.

Key Duties

Assess patient needs, develop individualized discharge plans, facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration, identify and address delays, and ensure efficient care progression. The role emphasizes quality documentation, proactive barrier resolution, and patient-centered care to promote optimal health outcomes.