DISCHARGE COORDINATOR/PCT

St.-Bernards-Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

St.-Bernards-Healthcare in Jonesboro, AR seeks a Discharge Coordinator/PCT to streamline patient flow and discharge planning. The role collaborates with RNs, case managers and the healthcare team to implement discharge plans and support licensed nursing staff in patient care.

PRN, varied shifts with dayshift and rotating weekends; requires high school diploma and relevant certification; strong communication, organizational and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Nurse Aide certification or enrollment in approved program preferred.
• Experience or training in patient care and hospital procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge process and patient throughput.
• Collaborate with case managers and the healthcare team to implement discharge plans.
• Assist licensed nursing personnel with patient care activities.
• Support discharge-planning activities across departments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Spelling/grammar

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nurse Aide certification (or eligible)

RN/LPN nursing student (checklist)

Tools

Office software (Word, Excel)

Job description

PRN , Varied Shifts , PRN; Dayshift with rotating weekends

Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years of age or older

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education Required

Skills and proficiency in oral and written grammar, communication, and basic mathematics as acquired through official completion of high school or its equivalent. Ability to perform support activities in patient care as required through completion of an approved Vo-Tech program or certified as a Nurse Aide through the Office of Long Term Care, graduate of the SBMC PCT program, or after completion of an RN/LPN Nursing Student Skills Checklist completed by their nursing instructor. Candidates must be currently enrolled in an approved program to utilize the RN/LPN Nursing Student Skills Checklist. PCT experience within the last year will be considered in lieu of formal training.

Experience

Knowledge of job content, patient care practices and requirements as acquired by on-the-job training and knowledge of hospital and departmental policies and procedures as acquired through orientation and preceptorship. Health Care and clerical experience preferred.

Physical

Normal hospital environment. Continuous exposure to biological hazards. Frequent exposure to unpleasant fumes and odors. Close eye work. Hearing within normal and soft tones. Distinguish smells. Distinguish temperatures by touch and proximity. Lifting up to 100 lbs. Carrying up to 40 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 350 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping and reaching.

Additional Skills

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Working knowledge of personal computers and ability to learn a variety of software programs. Proficient spelling and grammatical skills. Attention to detail with excellent planning and organizational skills. Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms. Ability to operate standard office equipment including, but not limited to, a calculator, fax machine, copier, printer and scanner. Ability to successfully maintain effective work relationships. Ability to maintain organization and multitask.

JOB SUMMARY

The Discharge Coordinator/PCT serves as the facilitator of the patient throughput/discharge process and is a valued member of the healthcare team. They collaborate with case managers and other members of the healthcare team to implement the discharge plan agreed upon by the RN, case manager, physician, patient/chose support system, and other involved members of the interdisciplinary team. Responsible for performing assigned patient care activities and assisting licensed nursing personnel. The role is designed to support a wide variety of operational support functions that support discharge-planning activities.