Discharge Nurse Coordinator - NICU - FT Days

gmh; Atlanta (GA); Vor Ort; USD 68.000 - 86.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health & Wellness

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Grady Health System seeks a Discharge Nurse Coordinator to collaborate with nursing and medical staff to ensure effective and timely patient discharges. The role focuses on planning continuation of care, education, and discharge prescriptions.

Responsibilities include coordinating post-discharge needs, documenting plans, and communicating with patients, families, and referral agencies to optimize resource use and follow-up care.

Qualifikationen

• RN with Georgia licensure required.
• BLS certification (AHA).
• NICU clinical experience (2+ years).

Aufgaben

• Coordinate discharge planning with the interdisciplinary team to ensure timely patient discharges.
• Identify home care needs, follow-up appointments, and caregiver education.
• Complete discharge planning checklists and communicate care plans with patients and families.

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree of Nursing

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary

The Discharge Nurse Coordinator collaborates with the nurse, medical staff and other team members (interdisciplinary team) within the unit to assure effective, timely discharge of patients by following the continuation of care.

• Ensures plan identifies anticipated needs for teaching, parental education/caregiver support, implementation of primary care, evaluation of unresolved medical problems, development of the home care plan, identification and mobilization of surveillance and support services, determination and designation of follow-up care, and details regarding discharge prescription.


• Coordinates post-discharge patient care needs to assure the timely and effective discharge of routine and complex patients from the hospital setting. Assures that all appropriate appointments are made prior to discharge.


• Coordinates and communicates with patients, families, and the health care team to develop mutually agreeable plans of care that optimize the use of resources to support the particular needs of individual patients. Facilitates and conducts care conference.


• Participates daily with interdisciplinary team rounds and facilitates discussion of patient/family needs and anticipate discharge date. Utilizes the discharge preparation/planning checklist.


• Attends interdisciplinary discharge planning weekly to assure all team members thoroughly discuss patient education and equipment needs.


• Ensures case management, social worker and other disciplines have been contacted with identified needs requiring intervention such as post discharge needs, transportation, transfer to another facility, home health, home nutrition needs, etc.


• Develops education and quality improvement projects as appropriate to improve discharge process for the unit in collaboration with nurse educator and unit director.


• Monitors discharge process statistics and metrics monthly with the unit director.


• Completes discharge follow-up phone calls.


• Coordinates communication and education with referral agencies: Home Health, Hospice, and others.


• Coordinates services with other agencies, obtaining medications and supplies, or arranging for professional/clinical services and provide family education as needed.


• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Registered Professional Nurse - Georgia Secretary Of State


• Basic Life Support Course - AHA - American Heart Association


• Bachelor's Degree of Nursing


• Clinical experience with at least two (2) years of experience in NICU

Core Competencies

• 1. Patient-Centered Care - Demonstrates a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care that prioritizes the well-being and satisfaction of patients and their families.


• 2. Integrity & Accountability - Acts ethically, maintains confidentiality, and accepts responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes.


• 3. Collaboration & Teamwork - Builds positive relationships, works effectively across departments, and supports colleagues to achieve shared goals.


• 4. Communication - Communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and leadership.


• 5. Respect & Inclusion - Creates an inclusive environment by valuing diversity, treating others with dignity, and ensuring equitable care and opportunities for all.


• 6. Quality & Safety - Adheres to best practices, regulatory standards, and policies to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality outcomes.


• 7. Adaptability & Resilience - Responds effectively to change, remains flexible in dynamic situations, and demonstrates resilience under pressure.


• 8. Continuous Improvement - Seeks opportunities to improve processes, skills, and outcomes through innovation, learning, and feedback.


• 9. Leadership & Professionalism - Inspires, guides, and develops individuals and teams while modeling professionalism, fairness, and transparency.


• 10. Employee Experience Focus - Champions a supportive and engaging employee journey that enables staff to thrive and, in turn, deliver exceptional patient care.

Grady Total Rewards

At Grady, we believe in supporting the health, well-being, and growth of every team member. Our Total Rewards package is designed to provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits that make a difference in your life and career, including:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.


• Financial Security: Retirement savings plans with employer contributions, life insurance, and disability coverage.


• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, holidays, and fa