HOSPITAL PATIENT FLOW COORDINATOR at Froedtert in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

Job Description:

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Location: US:WI:MENOMONEE FALLS at our WOODLAND PRIME 400 facility.

This job is ON - SITE.

FTE: 0.001000

Shift: Shift 4

One holiday requirement

Job Summary:

This position will enhance the efficient placement of patients to maximize census potential as well as coordinate with physicians and nursing to place patients safely and appropriately by establishing placement priorities together. This individual is a resource and liaison between all key stakeholders (Physicians, Nursing, Admitting) involved in patient placement. Communication with the Inpatient Nurse Managers and Administrative Representatives regarding the census and patient placement strategies are essential. Collaborates with all operational staff to ensure safe, timely and efficient patient flow. This individual must be able to apply leadership principles and customer service standards in the their daily practice. They also must be able to employ problem solving and decision making skills in a fast paced environment. Often must actively participate in difficult or critical situations. Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION:

A minimum of 4 years of nursing experience with at least 3 years is in acute care nursing is required. Previous critical care or ED experienced as a RN is preferred.

EDUCATION DESCRIPTION:

Bachelors in Nursing is required. In lieu of Bachelor's degree, either an additional 3 years of experience or active enrollment in a Bachelors program with a defined end date is required.

SPECIAL SKILLS DESCRIPTION:

Has strong verbal communication skills and is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Communicates effectively in all areas of practice and to a variety of staff. Assesses his/her own communication skills during encounters with patients, families, physicians and staff. From these assessments seeks continuous improvement in communication and conflict resolution skills.

LICENSURE DESCRIPTION:

Requires current state of Wisconsin Registered Nurse License or a Multi-state Nursing License from a participating state in the NLC (Nurse Licensure Compact).

Perks & Benefits at Froedtert Health

Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following:

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  Paid time off
  


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  Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities
  


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  Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin
  


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  Referral bonuses
  


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  Retirement plan - 403b
  


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  Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics
  


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  Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available
  

The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.