Registered Nurse - Patient Flow Coordinator
Live Well Homecare · Williamsport, PA · 1 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
Role Overview: Coordinates patient flow and throughput in the emergency department, collaborating with staff, leadership, and ancillary departments to ensure efficient operations and high-quality patient care. Acts as a strong role model in professional practice, fostering effective communication, resource utilization, and organizational skills. Key Responsibilities: Monitors patient volumes and coordinates placement based on acuity levels.Communicates patient flow activities and issues to leadership and staff.Assists with bed availability and collaborates to address delays and barriers in patient care.Utilizes tele-tracking and coordinates transfers to optimize bed management and patient movement.Provides comprehensive shift reports, including bed status, critical patients, and pending dispositions.Supports prompt discharge and room cleaning to facilitate patient throughput. Qualifications & Skills: Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing (required); Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. Work Environment & Additional Details: Typically performed in a clinical setting with responsibilities aligning with organizational policies. The role involves working evening shifts, every other weekend, and holiday commitments.