RN Patient Placement & Throughput Coordinator

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Phoenix Children’s Hospital is seeking a Patient Placement Coordinator (RN) to act as the frontline liaison for families and providers, directing admissions, transfers and bed capacity across departments. The role requires 2–3 years ER nursing experience and an active RN license.

You will manage ED referrals, collaborate with admitting, EVS, and case management to ensure timely patient access while upholding Family Centered Care and exceptional service.

Qualifications

• Two years Clinical RN experience required.
• Pediatric experience preferred.
• Current State of Arizona RN license or compact state license.
• BLS certification required; PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transfers and direct admissions; collect intake data from ED, physician offices, clinics and referring facilities.
• Document acceptance calls and collaborate with MDs to ensure appropriate patient placement.
• Collaborate with admitting, EVS, and case management to ensure timely admissions.
• Manage bed board and escalate capacity issues to leadership as needed.
• Provide exceptional customer service and support family-centered care.

Skills

RN license

ER experience

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Nursing degree (ADN/BSN/Diploma)

BSN preferred

Job description

Phoenix Children’s Hospital is seeking a Patient Placement Coordinator (RN) to act as the frontline liaison for families and providers, directing admissions, transfers and bed capacity across departments. The role requires 2–3 years ER nursing experience and an active RN license.

You will manage ED referrals, collaborate with admitting, EVS, and case management to ensure timely patient access while upholding Family Centered Care and exceptional service.