What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Services Director position at Marshall Health Network?
Job Description
The Patient Care Coordinator role at Marshall Health Network involves coordinating patients' processes of care throughout the continuum of care, assessing patient needs for case management intervention, and determining the anticipated DRG, length of stay, and transfer or discharge date. This position requires strong problem-solving skills to manage LOS outliners and observation stay greater than 48 hours.
Responsibilities
- Determines the anticipated DRG, length of stay, and transfer or discharge date.
- Collaborates with the physician to share assessments, goals, and plans for patients' episodes of illness.
- Provides ongoing assessment of patient care needs through frequent visits and communication with other members of the healthcare team.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
- West Virginia nursing license is required.
- A minimum of five years' experience in an acute care setting required.
