RN, Acute Care Coordinator

University of Rochester • City of Rochester, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. GENERAL PURPOSE: Serves as an adjunct to the multidisciplinary team. Cares for the patient at discharge and assists in facilitating a patient focused plan of care aimed at ensuring a safe transition from hospital to home for adult acute care patients.

Requirements

• Associate's degree of Applied Science in Nursing (AAS) and 5 years of professional nursing experience required
• Proficient computer skills, familiarity with electronic medical record required
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in New York State upon hire required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing and Experience in acute care, community health care management, disease management and working with multidisciplinary teams preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Identifies patient discharge needs and is accountable for patient discharge. Assists in implementing patient care strategies to close gaps in medical care upon discharge. Identifies resources for patient self-management planning and discharge. Participates in development of discharge plan with short and long-range care plan goals for patients.
• Coordinates care of patients. Assumes coordination role at the point of admission and through discharge, with targeted coordination and follow-up. Assists in developing and implementing care plans for medically complex patients. Identifies barriers to a successful discharge plan.
• Interacts effectively with physicians, acute care team, patients, and their caregivers. Coordinates use of clinical and ancillary resources within and outside of the health system to achieve treatment goals specified in the patient care plan and facilities discharge.
• Keeps abreast with organizational developments and practices that may impact operations by participating in continuing education courses, professional organizations and seminars, reading current literature, and maintaining professional contacts in the community. Assists with the development of current evidence-based protocols, policies, work flow/flow sheets, guidelines, etc. related to the provision of care within the acute care model. Participates in committees as assigned. Provides coverage for all units as needed for absences and vacancies.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree