Patient Logistics Registered Nurse (RN) Care Coordination Center

Advocate Health•Mint Hill, NC

1d•$38 - $57

About The Position

The Patient Logistics Registered Nurse works in the Care Coordination Center and provides nursing care using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care. The role engages patients and families throughout the continuum of care, monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The nurse helps uphold a culture of safety, evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, and may administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols. The position also supports professional governance, unit councils, quality initiatives, evidence-based practice, effective communication, appropriate delegation, and accurate, timely EHR documentation. The nurse must provide age-appropriate care across the lifespan and may be required to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. The role requires compliance with the ANA Code of Ethics and with applicable nursing laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice in the state where the client is located, including for telehealth services. This is a full-time, 36-hour-per-week position with a 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. night schedule. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. The role requires a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program, BLS, and an active RN license or compact privilege for the state(s) where services are provided. Typically, one year of clinical nursing experience is required; a BSN is preferred.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically, one year of clinical nursing experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency with computer functions and digital platforms, including email and electronic records.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
Ability to push and pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine hand-manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
Ability to perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
For telehealth, telenursing, or virtual services, licensure or privilege to practice is required in the state(s) where the client(s) are located.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes continuously and take action as needed.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures when required.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Follow the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required.
Provide care appropriate to patient age-specific needs and the principles of growth and development across the lifespan.
Comply with applicable nursing laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice in the state(s) where clients are located.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs.
Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational Assistance Program.
Competitive compensation, with potential premium pay for shifts, on-call work, and other qualifying circumstances.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual performance-based increases.
Career development programs.