RN Care Coordinator: Discharge & Transitions

Wellstar Health System; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Care Coordinator RN (CC RN) at Wellstar Health System is responsible for assessing transitional care needs, coordinating care across the continuum, and engaging with patient and family to assure care needs are met. The CC RN plans effectively to meet the patient's needs, manage the length of stay and promote efficient utilization of resources.

You will collaborate with the utilization review nurse, physicians and the care team to provide comprehensive assessment and to ensure timely

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work under stress in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong assessment, interview, organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Initiate assessment of patients’ chronic disease management needs.
• Coordinate discharge planning with care team and family.
• Collaborate with physicians to support care progression and discharge.
• Document in medical records promptly and accurately.
• Support professional development and department goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

The Care Coordinator RN (CC RN) at Wellstar Health System is responsible for assessing transitional care needs, coordinating care across the continuum, and engaging with patient and family to assure care needs are met. The CC RN plans effectively to meet the patient's needs, manage the length of stay and promote efficient utilization of resources.

You will collaborate with the utilization review nurse, physicians and the care team to provide comprehensive assessment and to ensure timely