Care Coordinator - Aya Healthcare : Job Details

The Bed Placement & Transfer Center Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, prioritizing and optimizing all inpatient bed assignments within the Medical Center. This position facilitates patient transfers from other facilities to Saint Francis Medical Center. Will work with other areas within the Medical Center to assure proper staffing is maintained based on current and known future census. Will work with nursing staff to assist in identifying potential delays on patients expected to be discharged. Will provide quality reporting to leadership. They evaluate processes, tracks, documents and coordinates patient transfers for the successful referral and transfer of patients to the facility.

Education:

College Diploma, Nursing-required

Certification & Licensures:

Currently licensed to practice in the State of Missouri.

AA degree-required

BLS Certification

BSN-preferred

Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years working as a registered nurse in a hospital setting.

Minimal of two (2) years computer experience including all Microsoft Office suite programs and report writing skills including Microsoft Access.

Demonstrates knowledge and ability to organize and perform detailed work.

Demonstrates ability to perform a variety of duties under stress.

Demonstrates evidence of good verbal and written communication skills.

Demonstrates evidence of good telephone etiquette.

Demonstrates evidence of understanding and practice of customer orientation.

Excellent problem solving skills. Ability to work with minimal supervision and multitask.

Facility Highlights:

In 1875, Father Joseph Schmidt, pastor of St. Mary's Parish in Cape Girardeau, invited three Franciscan Sisters to follow the call to serve those in need and start a hospital in Cape Girardeau. From its humble beginnings as a 12-patient hospital, Saint Francis Healthcare System has evolved in the 21st century from a local community Medical Center to the regional tertiary healthcare leader recognized nationally for quality and safety.

Serving more than 715,000 people across a five-state region, the Healthcare System focuses on patient outcomes, experience and value. Anchored by Saint Francis Medical Center, a 306-bed nonprofit tertiary care institution, and supported by nearly 3,000 colleagues and more than 300 providers serving 29 counties, Saint Francis Healthcare System is a driving economic force in the region.

As the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis, Saint Francis offers more than 50 specialties, including southeast Missouri's first Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and the region's only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center. Saint Francis Medical Partners, the employed physician group, employs 70 percent of primary care providers in the region and includes more than 40 outreach clinics.

Location Highlights:

Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is a charming city nestled along the Mississippi River, offering a blend of history, nature, and culture. Visitors can explore the historic downtown, featuring landmarks like the Red House Interpretive Center, which showcases the city's early trading history, and Fort D, a Civil War-era site. Nature lovers can enjoy breathtaking views at Cape Rock Park or hike through Trail of Tears State Park, which commemorates the forced relocation of Native American tribes. The city also boasts a vibrant arts scene, with performances at Southeast Missouri State University's River Campus and public art installations throughout town. Whether you're interested in history, outdoor adventures, or local cuisine, Cape Girardeau offers a rich and diverse experience.