Inpatient Care Coordinator & Discharge Planner

Advocate Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 53,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care in Winston-Salem, NC, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for Care Coordination within the 34033 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center nursing department. The role involves assessments, discharge planning, and active collaboration with the care team to ensure patient-centered transitions.

The ideal candidate will have an RN license, preferably a BSN, and at least 3 years of related nursing experience.

Qualifications

• RN license required or eligible in state of work.
• BSN preferred.
• Typically requires 3 years of related nursing experience.
• Knowledge of CMS/Medicare guidelines and discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complete assessments and initiates care plans within defined timeframes.
• Provides discharge planning and coordinates transitions for patients and families.
• Performs case management across health care, finances, housing, and family dynamics.
• Collaborates with clinicians and care teams to resolve barriers to care and timely discharge.

Skills

Effective communication

Critical thinking

Care coordination

Documentation

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Advocate Health Care in Winston-Salem, NC, is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for Care Coordination within the 34033 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center nursing department. The role involves assessments, discharge planning, and active collaboration with the care team to ensure patient-centered transitions.

The ideal candidate will have an RN license, preferably a BSN, and at least 3 years of related nursing experience.