What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Placement Coord position at Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital?
Job Summary
Responsible to expedite patient admissions from all avenues (ER, Direct Admits, PACU, Cath Lab, etc.) as well as inpatient transfer’s in a timely manner focusing on the Patient Throughput targets. The ability to Screen for Level of Care appropriateness and any special requirements around the bed requests (i.e. Isolation, Custody, Dialysis, etc.) will be a pivotal responsibility for this position. Serves as point person for patient placement with a goal to centralize patient flow with one individual who has clinical expertise and experience to understand the global picture of the hospital capacity at all times.
Licensure and Certification:
- Current LVN license
Education:
- High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Associates degree preferred.
Experience:
- Minimum one (1) year clinical experience with a working knowledge of Case Management/Utilization Review principles or one two (2) years recent LVN experience
- Understanding in Interqual admission criteria and has computer skills to enter information into the various required electronic databases.
- Effective oral and written communication skills with customer service and team approach to daily work activities.
- Organizational and time management skills required.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Microsoft Word and Excel required.
- Kronos, Meditech and Utilization Review preferred.