RN - Patient Placement Coordinator

2 weeks ago


St Louis, Missouri, United States SSM Health Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled RN - Patient Placement Coordinator to join our team at SSM Health. As a key member of our patient logistics team, you will be responsible for identifying and coordinating the appropriate placement for all patient admissions according to patient acuity, bed availability, and required services.

Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with nursing staff and multidisciplinary team members to place patients in appropriate levels of care to achieve desired outcomes.
  • Utilize software systems for documentation of patient movement and initiation of processes with other departments.
  • Assess and document pertinent clinical information for appropriate patient placement within departmental guidelines.
  • Stay informed of changes in managed care and communicate procedural and financial impact to physicians during the reservation/scheduling process.
  • Evaluate and negotiate appropriate patient placement when beds are not available for patients that can downgrade from ICU and stepdown to med/surg level of care.
  • Communicate hospital capacity issues to appropriate areas and respond to phone calls quickly.
  • Work with physicians, patient care service staff, and case managers to ensure appropriate and timely discharges.
  • Participate in projects, data collection, and other activities related to improving bed management.
Requirements
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing.
  • Five years of registered nurse experience in an acute care hospital setting.
Work Environment

This is a night shift position with a scheduled weekly hours of 36. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.



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