RN Care Navigator: Discharge & Care Coordination

Wellstar Health System; Harlem (GA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Care Coordinator RN (CC RN) at Wellstar Health System in Georgia coordinates discharge planning and transitional care to ensure timely and safe patient transitions from hospital to next level of care. This role requires assessment of psychosocial needs, collaboration with physicians, care team, and family, and effective utilization of resources to meet discharge goals.

You will participate in interdisciplinary rounds, document in the medical record, and seek consultation to resolve barriers

Qualifications

• Associates Nursing or Diploma (Nurse) Nursing or Bachelors Nursing-Preferred.
• Minimum 1 year nursing experience in the acute care setting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skill; ability to work under stress.

Responsibilities

• Assess transitional care needs and coordinate care across the continuum.
• Engage with patient and family to assure care needs are met.
• Collaborate with physicians and care team to plan discharge and transitions.

Skills

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

The Care Coordinator RN (CC RN) at Wellstar Health System in Georgia coordinates discharge planning and transitional care to ensure timely and safe patient transitions from hospital to next level of care. This role requires assessment of psychosocial needs, collaboration with physicians, care team, and family, and effective utilization of resources to meet discharge goals.

You will participate in interdisciplinary rounds, document in the medical record, and seek consultation to resolve barriers