RN Care Coordinator: Transition & Discharge Specialist

Wellstar Health System; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in Georgia seeks a Care Coordinator RN to assess transitional care needs, coordinate across the continuum, and engage patients and families to ensure all care needs are met. This role emphasizes efficient discharge planning and collaboration with physicians and care teams to optimize outcomes.

You will participate in interdisciplinary rounds, document progression, and support post-acute referrals.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or nursing diploma; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Active RN license in Georgia (or compact).
• Minimum 1 year of acute care nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' transitional care needs and plan discharge.
• Coordinate care across the continuum with interdisciplinary team.
• Engage patients and families to ensure understanding and adherence.
• Participate in rounds and document care progression in EMR.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Assessment skills

Problem-solving

Regulatory knowledge

Education

ASN

BSN preferred

Job description

Wellstar Health System in Georgia seeks a Care Coordinator RN to assess transitional care needs, coordinate across the continuum, and engage patients and families to ensure all care needs are met. This role emphasizes efficient discharge planning and collaboration with physicians and care teams to optimize outcomes.

You will participate in interdisciplinary rounds, document progression, and support post-acute referrals.