Discharge Lounge Nurse

Role Overview

As a Discharge Lounge Nurse, you will deliver patient-centered care focused on seamless admissions and discharges in acute care settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct nursing assessments, ensure proper admission procedures, and communicate with care teams regarding special needs or concerns.
• Complete documentation such as assessments, risk evaluations, medication reconciliation, and discharge paperwork.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about medical conditions, treatments, medications, and follow-up care, translating complex information effectively.
• Coordinate discharge processes, ensuring compliance with core measures and providing necessary educational materials and referrals.
• Prioritize workload in collaboration with nursing administration to facilitate smooth patient transitions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Registered Nurse (RN) with an Associate, Diploma, or Bachelor's Degree.
• Minimum two years of acute care nursing experience.
• Certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) within 30 days and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of employment.
• Strong assessment skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize tasks.

Additional Information

The role emphasizes advocacy, collaboration, and contributing to improved patient outcomes, with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, wellbeing, and career development.