Inpatient/ER Care Coordinator LPN

Hospital Authority Of Liberty County; Hinesville (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hospital Authority Of Liberty County seeks an Inpatient/ER Care Coordinator LPN to join the interdisciplinary team, providing patient-centered care coordination across inpatient and ER settings in line with regulatory standards.

You will identify patients at risk, help navigate services, link to primary care, Medicaid enrollment, transportation, and community supports, with post-discharge follow-up to improve outcomes, reporting to the Director of Quality and Education.

Qualifications

• Education: LPN or vocational nursing diploma required.
• Current Georgia license to practice nursing and BLS Provider certification.
• Minimum of three years in acute care, ER, care coordination or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care across inpatient and ER settings to reduce readmissions.
• Identify patients at risk and address barriers to accessing care.
• Connect patients with primary care, Medicaid enrollment, transportation, and community resources.
• Provide post-discharge follow-up and document in the EHR system.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Communication

Care coordination

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

LPN diploma

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB SUMMARYThis position is for an Inpatient/ER Care Coordinator Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) whose responsibility is to serve as a key member of the interdisciplinary care team, providing patient-centered care coordination and navigation services across both inpatient and emergency department settings in accordance with accreditation standards, federal, state, and local regulations, organizational and departmental policies and procedures and professional standards. This position is responsible for identifying patients at risk for poor health outcomes, avoidable emergency department utilization, hospital readmissions, and barriers to accessing healthcare services.The Care Coordinator works collaboratively with providers, nursing staff, case management, social services, community agencies, and outpatient partners to ensure seamless transitions of care and improved patient outcomes. The IP/ER Care Coordinator focuses on connecting patients with primary care providers, specialty services, medication assistance programs, financial resources, Medicaid enrollment support, transportation assistance, and community-based services. The coordinator provides post-discharge follow-up and ongoing support to improve continuity of care, reduce healthcare disparities, and address social determinants of health affecting rural populations. This position will report to the Director of Quality and Education.JOB QUALIFICATIONSMinimum level of Education: Education level equivalent to a licensed practical or vocational nursing diploma required.Formal Training: Current knowledge and competency in nursing practice, patient assessment, care coordination, and patient education required. Minimum of three (3) years of healthcare experience in acute care, emergency services, care coordination, case management, population health, ambulatory care, or related field preferred. Experience working with underserved, uninsured, or rural populations preferred. Knowledge of community resources, healthcare navigation, discharge planning, and social determinants of health preferred.Licensure, Certifications & Registration: Current license to practice professional nursing in the state of Georgia; BLS Provider certification required; Instructor certifications do not replace provider certification requirements.Work Experience: Basic technical nursing skills. Basic computer skills. Knowledge of care coordination, patient navigation, discharge planning, and population health management principles. Ability to identify and address barriers to care, including social determinants of health. Knowledge of Medicaid, financial assistance programs, medication assistance resources, and community support services. Strong patient advocacy, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, case managers, social workers, and community organizations. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and documentation skills. Proficiency with electronic health records and Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.