FLOW COORDINATION NURSE (PT Days)

Overview The Flow Coordination Nurse is responsible for optimizing patient throughput by coordinating admissions, transfers, and discharges in collaboration with nursing units, providers, bed management, and ancillary departments. This role monitors hospital capacity and patient flow in real time, proactively identifying and addressing barriers that impact patient movement. The position supports safe, efficient transitions of care, reduces delays, and enhances the patient experience.

Reporting Structure Reports to:

Manager of Patient Care Services Collaborates with: Nursing leadership, Bed Management, Case Management, Physicians, Therapy Services, and Support Services Key Responsibilities Patient Flow Coordination Monitor hospital capacity and patient flow in real time, proactively identifying and addressing barriers that impact admissions, transfers, and discharges. Facilitate and coordinate all patient admissions, transfers, and discharges across assigned units. Collaborate with bed management and nursing leadership to ensure appropriate patient placement. Prioritize admissions based on acuity, capacity, and organizational needs. Anticipate throughput challenges and implement real-time solutions to maintain patient flow. Admission & Discharge Oversight Coordinate direct admissions and transfers from internal and external sources. Ensure discharge readiness through ongoing assessment and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Assist with or lead discharge processes during high-volume periods. Identify and escalate barriers to timely discharge, including delays related to clinical readiness, transportation, placement, or pending diagnostics. Interdisciplinary Rounds (IDR) & Care Progression Conduct Interdisciplinary Rounds (IDR) on weekends to support progression of care and timely discharge planning. During rounds, review and facilitate key elements of care progression, including: Oxygen utilization and weaning, including escalation to the 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) when appropriate Diet advancement Electrolyte management Elimination status Ambulation and mobility goals Identify and escalate barriers to discharge or transfer during rounds, collaborating with physicians, nursing staff, case management, therapy services, and ancillary departments to support safe and timely patient progression. Interdisciplinary Collaboration Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, case management, therapy services, and ancillary departments to ensure effective communication and coordination of patient care and discharge planning. Serve as a liaison between nursing, providers, case management, environmental services, transport, and ancillary departments. Participate in daily throughput or bed huddles and provide real-time updates on capacity, pending admissions, and discharge status. Communicate proactively to align patient placement, readiness, and resource availability. Operational Efficiency Support achievement of key organizational metrics, including length of stay (LOS), discharge before noon, ED boarding time, and bed turnaround time. Utilize data, dashboards, and rounding insights to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. Recommend and support implementation of process improvements to enhance throughput and patient experience. Clinical Support Provide direct patient care support as needed during peak admission and discharge times. Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational standards during transitions of care. Reinforce patient and family education related to discharge instructions when appropriate.

Responsibilities Preferred Experience:

Experience in charge nurse, throughput, bed management, or case management roles preferred

Required Experience:

Minimum 2-3 years of acute care nursing experience required Strong clinical judgment and prioritization skills Advanced communication and interdisciplinary collaboration Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Systems thinking with a focus on patient flow and operational efficiency Problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Required Licensure/Education:

Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) licensure Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Preferred Education/Licensure:

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to

You:

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of

Total Rewards:

benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more•so your journey at and away from work is remarkable.

Our Total Rewards package includes:

Compensation Base compensation within the position's pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits•.5 to 1.0 FTE Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short•and Long-Term Disability Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Benefits•.001 to .49

FTE:

Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work

Employee Health Requirements Exposure/Sensory Requirements:

Exposure to:

Chemicals:

Refer to

MSDS Sheets Video Display Terminals:

Extreme Blood and Body Fluids:

Minimal potential due to very restricted direct patient contact.

TB or Airborne Pathogens:

Minimal potential due to very restricted direct patient contact. Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch):

Speech:

Required to communicate with physicians, patients, staff and hospitals.

Vision:

Needed to see MIS display, graphic lines for documentation, read printouts of reports, names on charts and forms.

Smell:

Needed for electrical/fire safety, detect presence of ETOH on patients and visitors.

Hearing:

Needed for telephone communication, hear intercom system from patient rooms and front door.

Touch:

Required to manipulate and operate office equipment and tools.

Activity/Lifting Requirements:

Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:

Sit:

68%

Twist:

10%

Stand:

20%

Crawl:

0%

Walk:

10%

Kneel:

2%

Lift:

5%

Drive:

2%

Squat:

5%

Climb:

1%

Bend:

5% Reach above shoulders: 2% The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below: Up to 10 lbs: Frequently Up to 20 lbs: Occasionally Up to 35 lbs: Occasionally Up to 50 lbs: Not Required Up to 75 lbs: Not Required Up to 100 lbs: Not Required Over 100lbs: Not required Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements: Carry records from place to place, waist high approx 10-15'. Lift supplies from floor to cabinets, about 3-4'. Lift/carry supplies from utility rooms to counter and office. Carry stacks of chairs waist high approx 5-15'. In an emergency, could be required to carry a fire extinguisher down/up 3 flights of stairs and several hundred yards. Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:

Sit:

120

Twist:

10

Stand:

30

Crawl:

0

Walk:

10

Kneel:

5

Lift:

2

Drive:

0

Squat:

5

Climb:

1

Bend:

15 Reach above shoulders: 2 Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated): Simple grasp up to 10 lbs.

Normal weight:

5•10 lbs-occasionally Pushing and pulling normal weight: 5-100lbs occasionally.

Fine Manipulation:

Writing and computer keyboard. Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control:

None Environmental Factors and Special Hazards:

Environmental Factors (Time Spent): Inside hours: 8 Outside hours: 0

Temperature:

Normal Range Lighting:

Average Noise levels:

Average Humidity:

Dry Atmosphere:

Odors Special Hazards:

Chemical•drugs/work with patients receiving chemotherapy-Explosive-oxygen; Radiation-cesium implants and radioactive iodine therapy direct radiation for radiology equipment; mechanical•use of Hoover lift bed scales, motorized wheelchairs, bathtub lift chair.

Protective Clothing Required:

As required for chemotherapy or in cases of isolation, i.e. gloves, gowns, masks, goggles. Pay Range USD $37.17•USD $49.30 /

Hr Qualifications:

UNAVAILABLE