RN Patient Care Navigator & Discharge Planner

Mercy Medical Center; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids, IA, seeks an experienced Patient Care Coordinator to support patients with complex diseases across inpatient and outpatient settings. The role centers on comprehensive care coordination, discharge planning, and collaboration with physicians and care teams to ensure timely, high-quality care.

A baccalaureate degree in nursing and current Iowa RN licensure are required, with BLS certification and case management experience preferred.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Iowa is required or must be obtained prior to start.
• BLS certification per American Heart Association is required.
• Experience in case management and discharge planning is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex care reviews and coordinate with physicians and care teams.
• Act as liaison between physicians and departments to ensure timely, quality care.
• Communicate plan of care daily with clinical staff; participate in care conferences.
• Provide data for utilization review and support continuity of care across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Assist in education for patients and families as needed.

Skills

Care coordination

Communication

Nursing knowledge

InterQual criteria

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids, IA, seeks an experienced Patient Care Coordinator to support patients with complex diseases across inpatient and outpatient settings. The role centers on comprehensive care coordination, discharge planning, and collaboration with physicians and care teams to ensure timely, high-quality care.

A baccalaureate degree in nursing and current Iowa RN licensure are required, with BLS certification and case management experience preferred.