ED Care Coordination RN — Discharge & Throughput Lead

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking an experienced RN Care Coordinator for the ED to lead patient progression, discharge readiness, and transition planning. You will partner with providers, social work, and case management to ensure timely, safe discharges and efficient care progression.

The RNCC-ED will manage routine discharge planning, collaborate with the care team, and contribute to throughput initiatives while maintaining clinical documentation integrity and care coordination standards.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Maturity, self-confidence, objectivity, and a positive attitude are essential.
• Self-directed with the ability to work under stress in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong assessment, interview, organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations is required.
• Knowledge of community and state-wide resources and programs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, care team, patient, and family.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning and clinical progression in the ED.
• Lead interdisciplinary rounds and daily progression huddles.
• Provide clinical leadership and mentorship for nursing staff and the care team.
• Identify barriers to discharge and coordinate post‑acute referrals.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the medical record.
• Promote patient- and family-centered care throughout the transition of care.

Skills

Communication skills

Maturity & professionalism

Stress management

Assessment & interviewing

Regulatory knowledge

Community resources

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's/Associate/Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Wellstar Health System is seeking an experienced RN Care Coordinator for the ED to lead patient progression, discharge readiness, and transition planning. You will partner with providers, social work, and case management to ensure timely, safe discharges and efficient care progression.

The RNCC-ED will manage routine discharge planning, collaborate with the care team, and contribute to throughput initiatives while maintaining clinical documentation integrity and care coordination standards.