Patient Care Coordinator RN

Healthcare Support Staffing; California City (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national healthcare staffing firm is seeking a registered nurse in California for a case management role involving patient care coordination and discharge planning. The ideal candidate will hold a clear RN license and have experience in acute care case management within a hospital. This position requires a commitment to providing exceptional care, as well as availability for weekend shifts. The contract length is initially 3 months with potential for extension based on performance.

Qualifications

• Must have clear and active RN license in CA.
• BSN or equivalent education/experience in nursing or health related field.
• Acute care case management required within a hospital setting with references.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with physicians, staff, providers regarding patient care.
• Develop plans of care and discharge plans.
• Monitor all clinical activities and recommend alternative levels of care.

Skills

Acute care case management

Utilization management

Discharge planning

Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act

Education

BSN or equivalent education/experience in nursing

Clear and active RN license in CA

Current BLS (Basic Life Support)

Job description

HealthCare Support Staffing, Inc. (HSS), is a proven industry-leading national healthcare recruiting and staffing firm. HSS has a proven history of placing talented healthcare professionals in clinical and non-clinical positions with some of the largest and most prestigious healthcare facilities including: Fortune 100 Health Plans, Mail Order Pharmacies, Medical Billing Centers, Hospitals, Laboratories, Surgery Centers, Private Practices, and many other healthcare facilities throughout the United States. HealthCare Support Staffing maintains strong relationships with top providers in healthcare and can assure healthcare professionals they will receive fast access to great career opportunities that best fit their expertise. Connect with one of our Professional Recruiting Consultants today to see how a conversation can turn into a long-lasting and rewarding career!

Job Description

Will coordinate with physicians, staff, providers and facilities regarding patient care. In conjunction with physicians, develops plans of care and discharge plans, monitors all clinical activities, makes recommendations for alternative levels of care, identifies cost-effective protocols, and develops guidelines for care.

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Qualifications/Licensures:

• Must have clear and active RN license in CA
• BSN or equivalent education/experience in nursing or health related field
• Acute care case management required within a hospital setting (minimum 1 year within the last 3 years) with references to reflect.
• Previous case management experience and demonstrated experience in utilization management, discharge planning, or transfer coordination
• Knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, The Joint Commission and other federal/state/local regulations
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) required

Additional Information

Available locations:

• San Rafael, California

Contract: 3 months with a possibility of extension based on performance, attendance and client needs.

Shift: 8:00am - 4:30 pm , M-F, every other weekend required to work