Registered Nurse - Acute Care - Care Coordinator Sr. FT Days

Role Overview: This position involves serving as an RN Care Coordinator responsible for assessing patient needs, coordinating care across the continuum, and facilitating smooth transitions from hospital to next care levels. The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, care teams, patients, and families to develop individualized discharge plans, address barriers, and ensure efficient resource utilization. Main Responsibilities Conduct psychosocial, functional, and discharge assessments to determine patient needs.Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create and implement personalized discharge plans.Manage discharge processes, identify barriers, and coordinate post-acute referrals.Facilitate communication among care providers to support timely care progression and discharge.Document assessments, interactions, and care plans accurately and timely.Support professional development and mentor other staff or interns. Qualifications & Skills Associate’s Degree in Nursing and valid RN license required.Minimum of 1 year nursing experience in an acute care setting.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Ability to work independently, handle stress, and adapt to a fast-paced environment.Knowledge of healthcare regulations, community resources, and care coordination principles. Key Duties: Assess patient needs, coordinate discharge planning, collaborate with care teams, resolve barriers to discharge, document interactions, and support professional growth. The role requires excellent communication, clinical judgment, and team collaboration to promote optimal patient outcomes.