Transitional Care RN: Care Coordination & Discharge Navigator

Metropolitan Jewish Health System, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Jewish Health System, Inc. is seeking a registered nurse to act as a patient advocate, coordinating transitions to the next level of care in line with applicable laws and policies.

The role coordinates with MJHC and facilities to assess inpatients for discharge planning and home health services, using a mix of telephonic outreach and team collaboration. The ideal candidate will have an RN license in NY, 1+ year of acute medical-surgical experience, and strong customer service and

Qualifications

• Associates in Nursing; Baccalaureate Degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year of acute, Medical-Surgical nursing experience. CHHA/LTHHCP experience preferred.
• Discharge Planning/Utilization Management experience preferred.
• Licensed with current Registration to practice as Registered Professional Nurse in NYS; Current CPR Certification.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work within an integrated health care team.
• Ability to demonstrate effective critical thinking skills.
• Ability to problem solve independently.
• Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in interviewing and physical assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a patient advocate, coordinating the transition of patients to the next level of care in compliance with laws, regulations, and policies.
• Collaborate with MJHC and inpatient facilities to evaluate inpatients referred for transitional planning and home health services.
• Perform outreach via phone and coordinate with discharge planners, MJHC, and case management staff.

Skills

Discharge planning

Utilization management

Nursing

Case coordination

English communication

Customer service

Critical thinking

Education

Associates in Nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Metropolitan Jewish Health System, Inc. is seeking a registered nurse to act as a patient advocate, coordinating transitions to the next level of care in line with applicable laws and policies.

The role coordinates with MJHC and facilities to assess inpatients for discharge planning and home health services, using a mix of telephonic outreach and team collaboration. The ideal candidate will have an RN license in NY, 1+ year of acute medical-surgical experience, and strong customer service and