RN Care Coordinator Acute Care

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for developing a plan of care including a discharge plan that is mutually established with the patient and family, with identified goals and expectations reviewed to identify and verify priorities.
• Facilitates communication with provider and healthcare team regarding current level of care status, plan of care, focus goals, progress towards goals and anticipated discharge needs.
• Facilitates communication with patient and family regarding current level of care status, expected length of stay, plan of care, focus goals, progress towards goals and anticipated discharge needs.
• Provides explanations to patients and families regarding level of care status and implications of observation status versus inpatient status, as appropriate.
• Recognizes potential and actual post-discharge needs and makes appropriate referrals to social work to enhance continuity of care.
• Aids in arranging post-discharge services, including contact with insurance company for possible pre-authorization requirements.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team in identifying and providing health teaching and counseling, as appropriate.
• Facilitates referrals to appropriate resources.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• Baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred.
• Two years of registered nurse experience.
• Three years’ experience in a clinical setting preferred with recognized knowledge and expertise in caring for specific patient populations preferred.
• Current Iowa nursing licensure.
• Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
• Must be able to successfully complete a basic computer course through in-hospital training.
• Must successfully complete in-hospital orientation and competencies.
• Demonstrates skill, organization, and efficiency in performing required activities.
• Must have knowledge of Medicare Regulations and familiarity with Professional Review Organization regulations.
• Requires exceptional organizational skills with attention to details in order to meet deadlines independently.