Registered Nurse Patient Placement Coordinator - Weekend Program

34006 Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center - Patient Placement

Part time

Yes

24

WEEKEND PROGRAM Noc shift Friday/Saturday 1800-0630 holiday rotation applies

Pay Range

$40.30 - $60.45

Registered Nurse - Patient Placement Coordinator Weekend Program Nights Friday/Saturday 1800-0630

Not a Remote role

Major Responsibilities:

• Facilitates timely and efficient patient placement according to diagnostic acuity and site policy through communication with attending, consulting and referring physicians as well as with key departments, transferring and tertiary facilities. Provides the most medically appropriate placement based upon site admission triage protocol. In addition, keeps manager updated on critical issues related to high census, etc.
• Works closely with patient placement clerical staff to facilitate communication with admitting physicians and patient care managers. Works with manager to resolve difficult issues as necessary.
• Acts as a liaison resource for patients, physicians, patient care staff and families. Acts as a patient advocate by responding and intervening in patient and visitor concerns by using the appropriate resources to resolve the issues concerning bed placement.
• Coordinates with Tertiary Access Program (TAP) in hospital-to-hospital admissions.
• Works collaboratively with the clinical nurse specialist in the coordination of defined off-hour transfers to ensure appropriate and timely exchange of patient information and subsequent patient placement.
• Reviews pending admissions and assists with processing patient admissions, transfers and discharges. Obtains patient's record from referral site and/or admitting/consulting physicians as appropriate.
• Evaluates each transfer, hospitalization or discharge to identify any system issues.
• Participates in Quality Improvement (QI) meetings related to Patient Access Services.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices.

Education Required:

• Associate's Degree in Nursing.

Experience Required:

• Typically requires 3 years of experience in coordinating patient care, utilization management, patient assess services and bed control.
• Charge RN experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Intermediate computer skills.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; ability to effectively communicate with a variety of patients, staff and physicians.
• Demonstrated diplomacy and tact when working in stressful situations with all levels of staff.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.
• Must have functional sight, speech and hearing.
• May be exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood, and body fluids.
• Will be required to wear gloves, goggles and gowns on an as needed basis.
• Operates all equipment essential to performing the duties of the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program