Discharge Planning Nurse Coordinator

IntelliResume; New York (NY); On-site; USD 112,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plans

Paid holidays

Loan forgiveness programs

Tuition discounts

Job summary

NYC Health and Hospitals is seeking a MetroPlus Care Coordinator Level I in New York, NY to coordinate and monitor patient-centered quality care. The role emphasizes discharge planning, advocacy, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, effective care and optimal resource use.

Candidates should have a nursing baccalaureate and at least two years of RN experience, plus NYS RN licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related health care field.
• 2 years of experience as a Registered Professional Nurse.
• Valid New York State license and current registration to practice as an RN.

Responsibilities

• Review each patient’s chart to ensure documentation supports the plan of care.
• Coordinate and facilitate timely implementation of discharge plans.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and review the plan of care.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to identify and eliminate barriers to care.
• Communicate with reimbursement departments and third-party payers for authorizations.
• Plan strategies to reduce length of stay and achieve positive patient outcomes.
• Initiate discharge planning by assessing patient and family needs.
• Perform post Emergency Department discharge follow-up calls to patients.
• Maintain effective communication with healthcare teams regarding discharge planning.
• Engage with community organizations to assist in patient care transitions.

Skills

Discharge planning

Patient advocacy

Care coordination

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Communication with payers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

NYC Health and Hospitals is seeking a MetroPlus Care Coordinator Level I in New York, NY to coordinate and monitor patient-centered quality care. The role emphasizes discharge planning, advocacy, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, effective care and optimal resource use.

Candidates should have a nursing baccalaureate and at least two years of RN experience, plus NYS RN licensure.