Care Coordinator RN - Part Time Days with Weekend Option. 24 Hours per week.

Wellstar Health System; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Care Coordinator RN for a part-time role. The CC RN will assess transitional care needs and coordinate care across the continuum. Responsibilities include patient assessments, care planning, and collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure effective patient discharge and resource utilization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year nursing experience in acute care.
• Georgia RN License required.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial and functional status, plan transitional care.
• Collaborate with care team to address health needs.

Skills

Communication

Stress Management

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Tools

BLS

BLS Instructor

Job description

Care Coordinator RN - Part Time Days with Weekend Option. 24 Hours per week.

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Overview

The Care Coordinator RN (CC RN) is responsible for assessing transitional care needs, coordinating care across the continuum, and engaging with patients and families to ensure care needs are met. The CC RN plans effectively to meet patient needs, manage length of stay, and promote resource utilization. The role integrates and coordinates care facilitation, progression, and transitional care planning functions.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial and functional status, plan transitional care, facilitate care conferences, participate in rounds, and educate patients and families.
• Collaborate with the utilization review nurse, physicians, and care team to assess medical, psychosocial, and social determinants of health needs, and support goal/outcome attainment.
• Ensure patient progress towards discharge goals and help address barriers.
• Consult with relevant disciplines to identify and resolve delays, and facilitate timely discharge.

Core Responsibilities and Functions

• Assessment: Initiate assessments of chronic disease management, psychosocial risks, and discharge resources based on initial screening.
• Care Progression: Collaborate with physicians and care team to facilitate communication and address delays in care.
• Disposition Planning: Manage discharge planning, develop individualized plans, and coordinate post-acute referrals.
• Documentation: Complete and maintain clear, concise records of assessments, interactions, and care plans.
• Professional Development: Complete required training, support departmental goals, and serve as a preceptor if appropriate.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Nursing and Georgia RN License required.
• Minimum 1 year nursing experience in acute care.
• Excellent communication skills, maturity, self-confidence, and ability to work under stress.
• Knowledge of regulations and community resources.
• RN license (single state and multi-state compact), BLS, and BLS Instructor certifications required.

Additional Details

• Employment Type: Part-time
• Job Function: Other
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare