Bed Flow Coordinator

Job ID: 5658333357 Status: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Shift: Variable Facility: UPMC Chautauqua at WCA Department: Nurse Admin Location: 207 Foote Avenue, Jamestown, NY Union Position: No Salary Range: $ 31.
86-51.
5 USD Purpose: Accountable for proactively coordinating the activities of admission, discharge and transfer of patients thereby supporting throughput in the facility.
Provides direction to department leaders to ensure safe levels of staffing while maintaining efficient hospital throughput.
Serves as a resource for all staff and is able to apply competent knowledge and skills to achieve quality outcomes.
Responsibilities: Demonstrates good judgment and analytical ability to oversee and coordinate patient placement through the facilitation of the Admission/Discharge/Transfer (ADT) process and collaboration with the physician and health care team.
Independently suggests and supports changes within the department/organization Facilitates teamwork among all departments involved in the ADT process.
Builds and mends relationships among colleagues within the framework of a healthy workplace Analytical ability necessary to address and improve clinical issues and assist with complex problem solving.
Leadership ability to maintain standards of performance within a national context for professional nursing practice and comply with administrative and regulatory requirements.
Superior interpersonal and communication skills sufficient to effectively create and maintain a positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/families in both written and verbal communication.
Identifies opportunities for clinical quality as well as workplace improvement.
Applies evidence based practice as a regular aspect of professional practice Uses critical thinking skills to effectively advise and direct health care providers in their delivery of patient care while maximizing the efficient use of human and financial resources.
Role models keen cultural awareness including preventing and addressing horizontal violence and impairment.
Involves staff and key stakeholders to achieve optimal patient experience and efficient hospital throughput.
Seeks opportunities to share expertise with other members of the healthcare team within and beyond the clinical unit/department.
Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one’s own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved.
Supports staff during times of difficult transitions.
Responsive to all departments on a daily basis; accountable to establish professional and respectful interpersonal relationships .
Regularly seeks feedback on performance and applies continuous professional improvement.
Maintains a conscious balance between work and personal life through prioritization and delegation of responsibilities.
Extends trust by acknowledging the contributions of others; listens first, creates transparency in communications, confronts reality, and clarifies expectations.
Supports continuous learning in the clinical area by sharing research and materials from professional organizations, presenting on the unit, supporting journal clubs, etc.
Monitors and assists in maintaining a physical environment that supports patient, personnel, visitor safety; patient/family comfort; and staff efficiency through monitoring of flow metrics, if applicable.
Participates in supporting mechanisms and systems that ensure the provision of effective patient care while utilizing resources appropriately.
Adhere to reporting elements and requirements set forth by all regulatory agencies for patient safety.
Qualifications: BSN preferred Minimum of 3 years progressive leadership experience with relevant clinical experience preferred Must maintain a solid/strong performer rating on annual performance review Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: ACLS within 1 year of hire/transferCCM training is required within 60 days of hire and annually thereafter Employees that were in position as of 2/12/2020 will be required to obtain CCM by 2/12/2021 Must be licensed to practice in the State of New York.
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Here’s how a few nurses have grown their careers through the years at UPMC: Clyde C.
Michelle B.
Jouli H.
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Clyde C.
Clyde C.
As a Professional Staff Nurse, Expert at UPMC Muncy, Clyde is a great example of someone who has taken advantage of UPMC’s My Nursing Career Ladder to grow his career while remaining in the same hospital location.
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In her current role as a Professional Staff Nurse, Expert at UPMC Presbyterian, Michelle cares for patients with chronic and ongoing health issues as part of a Medical-Surgical unit.
Michelle enjoys the daily change that Med-Surg nursing brings, and has found a career path that is interesting, meaningful, and full of opportunity.
Michelle’s Career Journey: 2019: Staff Nurse – UPMC Presbyterian 2020: Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Presbyterian 2021: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC Presbyterian 2021: Sr.
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Professional Staff Nurse II, BSN – UPMC Presbyterian 2023: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN, Expert – UPMC Presbyterian Jouli H.
Jouli H.
Born in Syria, Jouli H.
had a childhood dream of becoming a nurse.
After moving to the United States and initially pursuing a different career, Jouli decided to return to school when she turned 30, returning to the hope and dream she had as a little girl.
After attending UPMC Mercy School of Nursing, Jouli has continued her UPMC career journey, even becoming a mother along the way.
Jouli’s Career Journey: 2020: Staff Nurse – UPMC Mercy 2020: Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Mercy 2021: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC Mercy 2022: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN, Casual – UPMC Mercy 2023: Sr.
Professional Staff Nurse, BSN, Casual – UPMC Mercy Keshon B.
Keshon B.
Keshon might have only started his nursing career 3 years ago, but he has made the most of his time at UPMC! Through tuition assistance and mentorship by coworkers, Keshon has gained experience and grown as a nurse, leader, and UPMC team member.
Before his current role with UPMC Travel Staffing, Keshon proudly worked as a staff nurse in his hometown of McKeesport.
Keshon’s Career Journey: 2020: Professional Staff Nurse – UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside 2020: Professional Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC Presbyterian Shadyside 2020: Staff Nurse – UPMC McKeesport 2020: Staff Nurse, BSN – UPMC McKeesport 2021: Bed Flow Coordinator – UPMC McKeesport 2022: Administrator On Duty – UPMC McKeesport 2022-present: RN – UPMC Travel Staffing, MS BENEFITS AND LIFE AT UPMC Why Work Here We know that you have many options when choosing where to build your career.
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