ED Patient Flow Coordinator (RN) – Throughput Leader

Wellstar Health Systems; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in Georgia is seeking a Patient Flow Coordinator (RN) for the Emergency Department. This full-time night-shift role (7 pm–7 am) focuses on maximizing throughput, patient safety, and patient experience while coordinating placement and beds.

You will lead with evidence-based decisions, collaborate with ED clinicians, bed management, case management, and ancillary staff, and participate in performance improvement projects to ensure efficient, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in nursing.
• Bachelor's Degree in nursing preferred.
• BLS, ACLS, RN license required.
• ED and charge nurse experience preferred.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient flow in the ED to meet throughput goals.
• Serve as liaison between bed management, ED staff, and departments.
• Provide leadership and performance feedback to ED leadership.
• Monitor ED tracking board and report throughput performance.
• Assist in policy/process improvement related to patient flow.
• Ensure care respects patient rights and safety.

Skills

Communication

Desktop computing

Team player

Vital signs

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Wellstar Health System in Georgia is seeking a Patient Flow Coordinator (RN) for the Emergency Department. This full-time night-shift role (7 pm–7 am) focuses on maximizing throughput, patient safety, and patient experience while coordinating placement and beds.

You will lead with evidence-based decisions, collaborate with ED clinicians, bed management, case management, and ancillary staff, and participate in performance improvement projects to ensure efficient, compassionate care.