Patient Flow Coordinator (RN) - Emergency Department

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Blythe (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute is seeking a dedicated RN to serve as Patient Flow Coordinator on the night shift, optimizing Emergency Department throughput and patient placement.

Responsibilities include coordinating bed management with departments, providing performance feedback, and participating in process improvement to enhance care and efficiency. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required or eligible.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Associate's Degree in Nursing; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Night shift RN coordination role, hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient flow and optimize throughput in ED.
• Coordinate bed management, providers, nursing, and support staff.
• Ensure timely patient placement and handoffs between units.
• Provide feedback on staff performance and participate in improvement initiatives.
• Lead prioritization of patient care and act as liaison with patients and families.

Skills

Effective communication

Computer proficiency

Teamwork

Vital sign assessment

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

The Patient Flow Coordinator (RN) is a full-time night shift role responsible for optimizing patient throughput in the Emergency Department.

Key duties include overseeing patient flow, coordinating between departments such as Bed Management, providers, nursing, and support staff, and ensuring timely patient placement.

They provide feedback on staff performance, participate in performance improvement initiatives, and evaluate healthcare processes related to patient care and efficiency.

Leadership in prioritizing patient care, maintaining compliance with policies, and acting as a liaison with patients and families is essential.

Qualifications include an Associate's Degree in Nursing (Bachelor's preferred), RN license, and certifications like BLS and ACLS.

Preferred experience involves healthcare background, RN, ED, or charge nurse roles.

Essential skills encompass effective communication, computer proficiency, teamwork, and vital sign assessment.

Join us to contribute to patient care excellence and improve operational efficiency in a dynamic healthcare environment.