Registered Nurse (Patient Flow Coordinator)

Join the Central Virginia VA Health Care System as a Patient Flow Coordinator! Delivers fundamental knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical skills. Demonstrates knowledge concerning the care and movement of patients throughout the facility. Accountable for patient care through the coordination of admissions and transfers of Veterans to and within the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, along with those originating from other facilities both Veterans Affairs and non-VA.Richmond, Virginia, is a city steeped in history, from its role in the Civil War to its architectural marvels and vibrant arts scene. It's a cultural hub with stunning natural beauty and a diverse food scene. Richmond is home to several prestigious educational institutions, contributing to its reputation as a center for learning and innovation.Functions or scope of assigned duties include but are not limited to:Patient Flow Coordinator (PFC) Registered Nurse (RN) focus is on individual growth and development in practice with increased levels of self-direction. This nurse brings principles and theory with limited application of critical thinking skills. Provides indirect and/or direct nursing care to patients with complex needs as related to transfers, admissions, telephone triage, and discharges. Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to validate and/or collect initial patient information such as Veteran benefit eligibility, insurance status, Veteran travel eligibility, and bed availability at the VAMC. Facilitates the transfer process by working with the interdisciplinary team to establish appropriateness of admission and provider coverage based on review of medical information. Assists with travel arrangements as needed and facilitates nursing report. Facilitates bed control, placing patients on the most appropriate unit. Uses established bed control monitor devices, i.e., Bed Management System (BMS), Emergency Department Integrated System (EDIS), Capacity Management, to assist in the assignment of patients to the appropriate unit.The PFC coordinates care with multiple providers across all levels and sites of care. Coordination also includes assuring services interface within the VA and community programs to provide continuity of care to patients. Accurately manages bed control monitor devices. Participates in interdisciplinary care rounds and/or conferences to review treatment goals, optimize resource utilization, and recommends alternate levels of care when acute care is not required or recommended. Effectively communicates census and bed availability on all patient care units. Resolves bed utilization issues. Processes admission requests from providers, clinics, and other VA or community hospitals. Educates internal and external customers on the VAMC admission/transfer process. Monitors the efficiency of transfers and discharges. Works with Environmental Management Services (EMS) to prioritize the need for rooms to be cleaned. Acts as a resource across departments/services to provide help and training as needed to both clinical and non-clinical staff. Participates on interdisciplinary committees/teams/task forces focused on the facilitation of patient flow and organizational performance.VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total RewardsPay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awardsPaid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VAInsurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territoryWork Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00am to 4:30pmTelework: Not AvailableVirtual: This is not a virtual position.Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not AuthorizedPermanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized