Registered Nurse (RN) Patient Flow Coordinator Emergency Room

Company: WellStar Health
Location: Birmingham
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

Please note that this role is based in Georgia. Generous relocation packages are available.

Overview

At WellStar, we all share common goals. That's what makes us so successful - and such an integral part of our communities. We want the same things, for our organization, for our patients, and for our colleagues. As the most integrated healthcare provider in Georgia, this means we pride ourselves on investing in the communities that we serve. We continue to provide innovative care models, focused on improving quality and access to healthcare.

Responsibilities

Wellstar has an immediate opening for a Registered Nurse for a Patient Flow Coordinator for the Emergency Department at Atlanta Medical Center South. This position is PRN and the hours are various.

The Coordinator of Patient Flow in the Emergency Department is a registered professional nurse who functions under the direction of the ER Clinical Nurse Manager and is responsible for shift operations including: leading staff, patient flow activities and services, care and labor for a department within the nursing division of WellStar.

Has responsibility for implementing standards of practice, interpreting system and department policies and procedures, and ensuring quality patient care and compliance with regulatory and legal requirements. Is responsible for the efficiency and safety of patient flow through the Emergency Department (adult, pediatric, fast track, triage, behavioral health) Responsible for monitoring and maintaining sound financial performance, human resources management, materials and supplies management, patient/customer satisfaction and appropriate reporting. Responsible for coordinating department functions with the operations of other hospital departments to maximize patient flow and inter-departmental efficiency. Serves as chief retention officer for his/her assigned staff as well as a leadership sponsor of E.D. patient throughput metrics.

Based on expanded educational knowledge, clinical expertise and experience, is responsible for the safe delivery of care that adjusts to needs of the patient while considering population, age and cultural diversity. These competent nursing care practices address the biological, developmental, psychosocial, cultural and clinical needs of the patient, family member or support system. Contributes to the vision of Emergency Services, the strategic planning process, and department goals by leading operations to fulfill the mission, vision and strategic goals. Is responsible for employee development as it relates to critical thinking skills interfaced with patient flow principles and patient safety with an emphasis on evidence-based practice supported by the Shared Governance Model.

Qualifications

Required Minimum Education

* Georgia RN license required.
* Minimum of an Associate's degree in nursing, Bachelor's degree in nursing

Preferred Education

* TNCC and ATLS preferred or within 6 months.

Required Minimum Experience

* Minimum of 3 years of nursing practice in a high-volume Emergency Department with progressive leadership responsibilities.

Required Minimum Skills

* Strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking and decision-making skills. Works well with others in a collaborative, team-focused, patient centered way.
* Communicates effectively both orally and in written form with all levels of internal and external resources.
* Analytical skills necessary to solve technical, clinical and managerial challenges.
* Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Sufficient clinical and leadership experience to ensure competence and credibility to lead others.

Join us for outstanding benefits and development opportunities. We also offer state-of-the-art technology, professional support and advancement, and colleagues that rank amongst the best in the country.

Step up to your potential. Find out more and apply today!

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