Discharge Lounge RN: Optimize Patient Flow

Hartford Hospital; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford Hospital in Hartford, CT is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Discharge Lounge. You will coordinate discharge-ready patients from inpatient units to the Transition Lounge, ensuring safe and timely transitions of care while supporting hospital-wide patient flow.

Responsibilities include guiding discharge throughput initiatives, collaborating with Case Coordination and EMS, and overseeing daily operations in the Transition Lounge to optimize capacity and patient experience.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Connecticut.
• Experience in patient flow, discharge planning, care coordination, or case management preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the transfer of discharge-ready patients from inpatient units to the Transition Lounge via wheelchair or stretcher.
• Collaborate with unit nurses, Case Coordination, and support services to identify and transition appropriate patients to the lounge.
• Serve as a central resource for discharge throughput and patient flow initiatives.
• Provide clinical oversight for patients awaiting transportation or post-discharge services in the Transition Lounge.
• Deliver handoff communication and report to EMS and transportation providers to ensure continuity of care.
• Oversee daily operations and workflow within the Transition Lounge, ensuring effective patient throughput and timely patient departures.
• Lead and support Transition Lounge staff in maintaining a safe, efficient, and patient-focused environment.
• Monitor and address barriers to discharge flow, escalating concerns as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote Hartford HealthCare values through professional communication, teamwork, accountability, and exceptional service.

Skills

RN license CT

Patient flow

Discharge planning

Leadership

Job description

Hartford Hospital in Hartford, CT is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Discharge Lounge. You will coordinate discharge-ready patients from inpatient units to the Transition Lounge, ensuring safe and timely transitions of care while supporting hospital-wide patient flow.

Responsibilities include guiding discharge throughput initiatives, collaborating with Case Coordination and EMS, and overseeing daily operations in the Transition Lounge to optimize capacity and patient experience.