DISCHARGE COORDINATOR/PCT

St.-Bernards-Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St.-Bernards-Healthcare is seeking a Discharge Coordinator/Patient Care Technician to facilitate patient throughput and discharge processes. The role collaborates with case managers, RNs, physicians and the patient’s support system to implement the agreed discharge plan.

The position involves assisting licensed nursing personnel and supporting a range of operational discharge-planning activities in a hospital setting, with emphasis on accuracy, communication, and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Nurse Aide certification or RN/LPN student skills checklist completion preferred.
• Completion of approved Vo-Tech program or SBMC PCT program considered.
• On-the-job training and orientation will cover hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient throughput and discharge processes as part of the healthcare team.
• Collaborate with case managers, RN, physician and others to implement discharge plans.
• Support discharge-planning activities and assist licensed nursing personnel as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organization

Multitasking

Patient care knowledge

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nurse Aide certification

RN/LPN Nursing Student Skills Checklist

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Full Time , Day Shift , varied shifts plus rotating weekends

Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years of age or older

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

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

This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

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.