Patient Flow Coordinator

Job Description

RN-ER Flow Coordinator

Part‑Time | Second Shift | Emergency Dept. I Corbin, KY

Baptist Health Corbin Emergency Department (ED) is a Level IV Trauma Designated unit with 28 beds that provides comprehensive, around‑the‑clock care to patients of all ages. The department treats a wide range of conditions, from non‑emergent complaints to life‑threatening illnesses and injuries. A dedicated split‑flow area supports efficient evaluation and treatment of fast‑track patients with lower acuity needs. Additionally, the ED includes a behavioral health intake area designed to safely assess and manage patients presenting with mental health and behavioral health concerns.

The patient flow coordinator is an entry‑level management position responsible for the overall movement of patients through the ED in a safe and efficient manner. He/she will coordinate all patient care activities, mitigate delays, and be a liaison with the ED medical staff and other departments to ensure that care is delivered in an efficient and safe manner. The patient flow coordinator appropriately delegates the workload and is a role model for teamwork, leadership, and professionalism in the ED.

• Facilitate timely movement through evaluation, treatment, discharge, and transfers.
• Deliver clinical care.
• Provide high‑quality, evidence‑based nursing care and documents accurately.
• Mentor and educate staff.
• Support staff development through coaching, orientation, and competency validation.
• Support unit operations.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient environment; assist with unit management tasks.
• Demonstrate leadership.
• Model critical thinking and contribute to performance improvement initiatives.
• Ensure safety & compliance.
• Follow hospital policies, infection control procedures, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate across departments.
• Work with nursing leadership and other teams to resolve care concerns and improve outcomes.
• Track and report patient metrics.
• Monitor patient flow data, identify delays, and elevate issues as needed.

• Current RN licensure or work permit in Kentucky.
• Bachelor's or an associate degree in nursing from an accredited college/university.
• Three (3) years of clinical management experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support is required. New employees requiring CPR‑Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association should receive CPR training within the first week of orientation.
• ACLS, PALS, Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia, NIH Stroke Certification, Glucometer Training, 12 Lead, Aegis Training, Nurse Wound Care, TNCC.

• Preventive Plan.
• Life Insurance.
• Retirement Plans.
• Flimp Decisions – Flimp Decisions will help you pick the best value plan option given your expected medical needs. The proprietary algorithm provides a personalized financial analysis and recommendation, considering both premium and expected out‑of‑pocket cost (copays, etc.), as well as other important plan features.

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.