Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Patient Flow Coordinator - Registered Nurse

Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryUpdated on Nov 11

Part-timeWinston-Salem, NC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Two years of experience are required.
An RN license in the appropriate state is required.
Strong clinical skills are required.
The role requires the ability to coordinate the work of non-subordinates effectively.
The role requires interpersonal and communication skills, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to resolve complex human, technical, clinical, or administrative problems, and problem-analysis skills to develop solutions.

Responsibilities

Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to maximize patient flow and bed capacity.
Monitor real-time patient census, bed availability, and staffing resources throughout the facility.
Collaborate with nursing leadership, physicians, case managers, and ancillary departments to facilitate appropriate patient placement.
Evaluate patient acuity, care needs, isolation requirements, and specialty service requirements when determining bed assignments.
Serve as a communication liaison between clinical departments to reduce delays in patient movement and transitions of care.
Triage calls and transfers.
Coordinate air and ground transport.
Partner with stroke, trauma, and emergency teams.
Manage patient placement across hospitals.

Desired Qualifications

A four-year/bachelor’s degree is preferred; a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.
Previous leadership experience and bed-utilization experience are preferred.

What We Offer

Join our Patient Placement Team, supporting our hospitals around the clock. In this fast-paced role, you’ll manage patient placement and transfers while working across 4 screens and multiple systems including Epic, Transfer Center, Bed Placement, Voalte, Genesys, and Teams to keep care moving smoothly.

What You’ll Do
- Triage calls & transfers like a pro
- Coordinate air and ground transport
- Partner with stroke, trauma & emergency teams
- Manage patient placement across hospitals
Schedule
- 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM, Weekends only
- No call shifts

What You'll Do

Coordinate patient admissions, transfers, and discharges to maximize patient flow and bed capacity.
Monitor real-time patient census, bed availability, and staffing resources throughout the facility.
Collaborate with nursing leadership, physicians, case managers, and ancillary departments to facilitate appropriate patient placement.
Evaluate patient acuity, care needs, isolation requirements, and specialty service requirements when determining bed assignments.
Serve as a communication liaison between clinical departments to reduce delays in patient movement and transitions of care.

What We're Looking For

Education: 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, preferred. BSN preferred.
Experience: 2 years, required. Previous leadership and bed utilization experience is preferred.
Licensure/Certification: RN License in Appropriate State, required.
Additional Skills (required): Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, high level of problem solving and critical thinking skills to find solutions to difficult human, technical, clinical or administrative problems. Excellent problem analysis skills to develop solutions. Strong clinical skills and the ability to manage/coordinate effectively the work of non-subordinates.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

176301

About the Company

Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Novant Health operates an integrated healthcare network with hospitals, clinics, urgent care, imaging and pharmacy services across North Carolina and South Carolina. Its care model connects facilities and clinicians to provide a coordinated continuum of care, from primary and specialty services to outpatient and virtual visits. The network sets itself apart through its scale as an integrated system, a strong safety and quality focus, and active use of clinical trials and innovative care delivery; it also emphasizes community benefits and a large virtual care platform. Its goal is to improve community health by expanding access to safe, high-quality care and advancing health outcomes through research, innovation in care delivery, and value-based partnerships.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Charlotte, NC
Founded: 1997

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