Patient Flow & Bed Coordination Specialist

Baptist Health; New Albany, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Floyd in New Albany, IN, is seeking a Bed Placement Specialist (PRN) to ensure timely admissions and efficient throughput across the hospital. The Bed Placement Coordinator will manage real-time bed assignments, coordinate patient flow from the Emergency Department, OR, and transfers, and work closely with nursing units, physicians, and ancillary departments.

This role supports safe care transitions in a 24/7 environment and participates in process improvements within a regional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Associate's degree preferred.
• 2 years in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate real-time patient placement and bed assignment across the hospital.
• Manage patient flow from the Emergency Department, Operating Room, procedural areas, direct admissions, and transfers.
• Collaborate with nursing units, physicians, and ancillary departments to optimize throughput.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree

Job description

Baptist Health Floyd in New Albany, IN, is seeking a Bed Placement Specialist (PRN) to ensure timely admissions and efficient throughput across the hospital. The Bed Placement Coordinator will manage real-time bed assignments, coordinate patient flow from the Emergency Department, OR, and transfers, and work closely with nursing units, physicians, and ancillary departments.

This role supports safe care transitions in a 24/7 environment and participates in process improvements within a regional