Care Coordinator, RN

OverviewThe Care Coordinator is a Registered Nurse who is assigned to a specific clinical care area, facilitating the plan for inpatient/outpatient care by using a collaborative interdisciplinary approach. The Care Coordinator will focus on anticipation, integration and coordination of clinical care and discharge planning services necessary to meet the needs of patients and to optimize clinical and resource outcomes. The Care Coordinator collaborates with the interdisciplinary team in assessing patient needs and developing the plan of care. The Care Coordinator will also act as an advocate for the patient, physician and hospital relative to compliance with federal, state and third-party utilization management regulatory requirements. Department DescriptionServing the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.EOE LicensureRegistered Nurse Required EducationGraduate Nursing Required - And Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred Experience3 Years Nursing - Related Area Required