Patient Flow Coordinator, RN - Capacity & Transfer Management

Patient Flow Coordinator, RN — Capacity & Transfer Management

Overview The Patient Flow Coordinator, RN assists in facilitating the admission, transfer, and bed planning process for patients within the Wake Med System. The Coordinator works with providers at outlying facilities to arrange transfers of patients into the Wake Med system and ensure a transfer plan for the appropriate bed type, level of care, and status is made for all unscheduled admissions.

Collaborates with providers, emergency Department, OR/PACU, inpatient units, nursing leaders, and clinical administrators to ensure appropriate patient flow and bed planning throughout the system. The Coordinator will also ensure compliance with federal, state, and third‑party utilization management regulatory requirements.

Department Description Serving the community since 1961, Wake Med Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well‑being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Licensure Registered Nurse Required

Education Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Required

Experience

• 5 Years Nursing – Acute Care Required
• 5 Years Clinical – Utilization Management Preferred
• 5 Years Clinical – Critical Care (ICU/CCU) Preferred

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate admission, transfer, and bed planning for patients.
• Coordinate transfers with outlying facilities to ensure timely bed placement.
• Collaborate with ED, OR/PACU, inpatient units, nursing leaders, and clinical administrators to maintain optimal patient flow.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and third‑party utilization management regulatory requirements.
• Provide internal patient flow and external transfer coordination through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individual patient needs.

EEO Statement Wake Med is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.