RN Care Coordinator: Discharge & Transition Lead

Confidential; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System is seeking an RN Care Coordinator for the ED to lead patient progression, discharge readiness, and care transitions. You will work with ED providers, social work, and case management to ensure timely assessments and safe discharge plans, while supporting throughput initiatives and documentation accuracy.

The role requires strong communication, clinical leadership, and collaboration to optimize patient outcomes and align with organizational priorities.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines and departments.
• Strong organization and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead interdisciplinary rounds and discharge planning activities.
• Coordinate care progression and monitor discharge milestones.
• Identify barriers to timely disposition and escalate as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians, social work, and care teams to optimize patient flow.
• Mentor and support staff in discharge planning processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Nursing degree (BSN/ADN/Diploma)

Job description

Wellstar Health System is seeking an RN Care Coordinator for the ED to lead patient progression, discharge readiness, and care transitions. You will work with ED providers, social work, and case management to ensure timely assessments and safe discharge plans, while supporting throughput initiatives and documentation accuracy.

The role requires strong communication, clinical leadership, and collaboration to optimize patient outcomes and align with organizational priorities.