Job Summary
The RN Care Coordinator is responsible for managing the progress of patient care and orchestrating detailed discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions for patients. This role involves working closely with various healthcare teams to enhance the use of inpatient resources and to consistently advocate for the needs of patients throughout their entire care journey.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the progression of patient care to ensure quality outcomes.
- Facilitate comprehensive discharge planning for patient safety.
- Collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize available resources.
- Advocate for patient needs and support them throughout the care continuum.
Qualifications
- Minimum of two years of clinical experience in an acute care hospital setting.
- Current California RN license is required.
- A graduate degree in nursing or case management is preferred.
- Relevant certifications such as CCM or ACM-RN are advantageous.
Mercy San Juan Medical Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
