Night Shift RN: Bed Management & Patient Placement

Karmanos Cancer Institute; Bay City, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Michigan is seeking a Patient Placement Specialist RN – Nursing Support to oversee bed management and admission coordination. The role ensures accurate patient placement, efficient bed utilization, and timely communications with care teams.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate Degree in Nursing, Michigan RN license, and 3 years in acute care or physician office settings; strong communication, professionalism, and proficiency with Microsoft Office are required.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing required.
• Licensed by the State of Michigan as a Registered Nurse.
• Three years experience as licensed registered nurse in an acute care setting or physician office.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to type 40 wpm.

Responsibilities

• Assigns beds and coordinates admission, discharge and transfer of patients.
• Communicates bed status and scheduling information to care teams.
• Assists in monitoring patient placement and flow to ensure efficient operations.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to hospital policies.
• Explains bed procedures and scheduling to staff as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Typing 40 wpm

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

Patient placement software

Job description

McLaren Health Care in Michigan is seeking a Patient Placement Specialist RN – Nursing Support to oversee bed management and admission coordination. The role ensures accurate patient placement, efficient bed utilization, and timely communications with care teams.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate Degree in Nursing, Michigan RN license, and 3 years in acute care or physician office settings; strong communication, professionalism, and proficiency with Microsoft Office are required.