Northwestern Medicine · 3 weeks ago
Bed Planner RN-Part Time Days
McHenry, IL
Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expNorthwestern Medicine is a leader in the healthcare industry, committed to providing a patient-first approach. The Bed Planner RN will coordinate patient admissions, assess care levels, and ensure efficient bed placements while collaborating with various healthcare professionals.
Emergency MedicineHealth CareHospitalMedicalNutritionRehabilitation
Responsibilities
Determines the most appropriate level of care and ensures a smooth admission experience for patients by coordinating clinical needs with operational processes and insurance benefits
Chart review is used to assess for appropriate level of care
Assigns patients to the appropriate units based on clinical assessment while balancing the resources of the organization
Coordinates with unit charge nurse for bed placement
Collaborates with nursing operations leader for throughput issues
Serves as an access point resource for physicians, staff, and patients
Responds to and assigns all bed request and transfer orders in the electronic medical record
Documents unusual occurrences and patient relations issues; makes appropriate referrals to risk management, infection control and quality departments
Utilizes appropriate downtime procedures for bed placement when applicable
Assists with data collection and reporting for throughput and bed placement
Performs chart audits as requested by manager/director
Demonstrates I-CARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence) in daily work and interactions
Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance
Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur
Demonstrates teamwork by helping co-workers within and across departments. Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions and styles, acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others
Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently
Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time
Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement
Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services we provide
Collaborates with the admitting physician the most appropriate site of care for services to be rendered and any alternate levels of care available to meet the patients’ needs
Coordinates appropriate bed placement for patients with Patient Care Services, collaborating on location, staffing, etc
Utilizes all available tools and resources to gain better and complete picture of clinical assessment of the patient; notifies physicians and staff of concerns/ variations
Communicates in a non-threatening way that conveys caring and respect for patients, families and co-workers
Communicates a complete and accurate hand-off to the on-coming shift, minimizing miscommunication errors. Complete admission forms and paperwork completely and thoroughly
Assists in easy access to incoming patients by arranging transportation when necessary, coordinating services, and notifying points of entry of patient's impending arrival
Coordinates admission with registration staff to obtain accurate patient demographics as indicated
Refers appropriate cases to patient financial services, risk, peer review, infection control and patient relations
Coordinates patient activity and flow or movement between levels of care. Identifies potential throughput barriers and acts proactively to inform and alert upper management of anticipated delays
Confers with MD to discuss clinical and appropriate level of care when needed
Participates in process improvement activities, identifying opportunities
Demonstrates an interest in personal growth and development beyond the routine expected educational sessions
Embraces new and current co-workers, contributing to their growth and development
Contributes to teamwork and cohesiveness of the department and across departments
Seeks opportunities to network with people in like roles for on-going learning and opportunities to share best practice and process refinement
Qualification
Required
Registered Nursing license issued by the State of Illinois
Bachelors of Science Nursing
Two years patient care experience in a hospital setting
Able to multitask quickly, and process multi factorial stimulation accurately
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimum supervision
Preferred
Past experience in admissions, discharge planning, and/or case management
Masters of Science Nursing
Membership in Professional Nursing Organization
Benefits
Tuition reimbursement
Loan forgiveness
401(k) matching
Lifecycle benefits
Company
Northwestern Medicine
Northwestern Medicine is the collaboration between Northwestern Memorial HealthCare and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine around a strategic vision to transform the future of health care.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$25M2018-06-26Grant· $25M
Leadership Team
Howard Chrisman, MD
President and CEO
John A. Orsini, CPA
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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