Weekend Care Coordinator Role

Job Overview

The Weekend Care Coordinator role at Mercy Hospital STL - Ballas Campus requires effective transition planning and length of stay oversight to provide quality patient care, safety, and financial components. This position promotes integration of a seamless care model, coordinates patient throughput, encourages healthcare team collaboration, and optimizes performance and adoption of best practices.

Key Responsibilities

The Care Coordinator facilitates discharge planning from admission to discharge in collaboration with the healthcare team. They may intervene with patients who have complex or high-risk psychosocial needs as assigned. The role requires strong verbal and written communication, assessment, time management, and critical thinking skills.

• Bachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing is required
• Current RN License in the state of employment is required
• 2-3 years of acute care hospital setting experience is required

Requirements

This role involves working closely with the healthcare team to ensure smooth transitions and optimal patient outcomes. It requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.