RN, Acute Care Coordinator

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. Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 500099 Acute Care Coordinators Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URCE 214 Compensation Range: $76,398.00 - $99,320.00 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations. Responsibilities: GENERAL PURPOSE The Acute Care Coordinator role is to serve as an adjunct to the multidisciplinary team. The Care Coordinator in partnership with unit staff (Nursing, Providers, Consulting Services, Social Work) and providers caring for the patient at discharge assists in facilitating a patient focused plan of care aimed at ensuring a safe transition from hospital to home for adult acute care patients. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 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, workflow/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. MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Associate's degree of Applied Science in Nursing (AAS) and 5 years of professional nursing experience required 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 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Proficient computer skills, familiarity with electronic medical record required LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in New York State upon hire required The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the Universitys Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create and Make the World Ever Better. 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One of the worlds leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundariesalways pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If youre looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever betterMeliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.