RN Care Coordinator: Discharge & Care Transitions

Wellstar Health System, Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System, Inc. in Georgia is seeking a Care Coordinator RN (CC RN) to assess transitional care needs, coordinate across the continuum, and engage with patients and families to ensure care goals are met.

The role emphasizes discharge planning and collaboration with the care team for efficient transitions. The RN will document care progression in the EMR, participate in interdisciplinary rounds, and support post-acute referrals as needed.

Qualifications

• Associates Nursing or Diploma Nursing or Bachelors Nursing-Preferred.
• Current RN licensure and BLS certification.
• Experience in discharge planning and care coordination preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assessment of patients' chronic disease management and psychosocial needs.
• Coordinate discharge planning and facilitate transitions to next level of care.
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure timely care progression.
• Document interactions and track discharge plans in EMR.

Skills

Communication skills

Discharge planning

Care coordination

Professionalism

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Wellstar Health System, Inc. in Georgia is seeking a Care Coordinator RN (CC RN) to assess transitional care needs, coordinate across the continuum, and engage with patients and families to ensure care goals are met.

The role emphasizes discharge planning and collaboration with the care team for efficient transitions. The RN will document care progression in the EMR, participate in interdisciplinary rounds, and support post-acute referrals as needed.