Care Coordinator - Per Diem

Overview CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey, is a leading nonprofit healthcare provider dedicated to serving the community. Its comprehensive network includes CentraState Medical Center, a community‑focused hospital, along with an ambulatory campus, two senior living facilities, three free‑standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the third‑largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState has earned repeated recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified company, reinforcing its reputation as an exceptional workplace. CentraState Medical Center has an employment opportunity available for a Care Coordinator . This role facilitates patient care from pre‑admission through discharge by managing, coordinating, and monitoring resources to ensure optimal financial outcomes, efficient resource utilization, and high‑quality service. Responsibilities Provides education to the patient/family regarding the disease processes and planned treatment/intervention as it relates to discharge plans. Reviews hospital records to determine medical necessity for admission and continued stay according to specific criteria and regulations. Utilizes effective communication strategy with patients, family, physicians, nurses, staff members and other professionals to achieve desirable or acceptable patient outcomes and a perception of satisfaction from the individuals involved. Plans, organizes and prioritizes work to obtain the greatest impact on clinical, financial and service outcomes. Facilitates post‑hospitalization discharge needs. Coordinates services in collaboration with social worker. Maintains communications with all relevant services to ensure quality care and timely discharge planning. Collects and documents accurate data within established time frame. Assesses and identifies patients requiring Case Management intervention in the Emergency Department. Collaborates with other team members to assure appropriate bed assignment and admission through application of Interqual criteria. Develops an initial discharge plan for selected patients in both Emergency Department admitted patients and observation patients. Offers alternative care settings when criteria indicate a need or additional clinical documentation is required. Participates in performance improvement activities in Emergency Department in an effort to provide optimal outcomes and patient and staff satisfaction. Serves as a resource to the Emergency Department and hospital as it relates to System/community resources and nursing care facilities for OBS, ED, and admitted patients. Works with Emergency Department and attending physician to facilitate use of admission order sets. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required. A minimum of 2 years of Acute Care RN experience required. Current NJ RN License required. Knowledge of utilization, quality improvement, case management, or discharge planning required. Computer literacy preferred. Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team. About Us CentraState Healthcare System, in partnership with Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not‑for‑profit, community‑based health system dedicated to providing comprehensive health services in central New Jersey. Beyond offering a wide range of advanced diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState is committed to being a valuable health partner, focusing on disease prevention, promoting healthy behaviors, and helping individuals of all ages live well. Located in Freehold, CentraState includes a 284‑bed acute‑care hospital, a dynamic health and wellness campus, two award‑winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions. These pavilions offer primary care, specialty physician practices, and access to outpatient services such as lab work and physical therapy. CentraState is proud to be among the less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet designation for nursing excellence five times. Additionally, it has been recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified Company by Great Place to Work for four consecutive years. Joining CentraState means becoming part of a pioneering healthcare facility committed to high‑quality, patient‑focused care. We invite you to make a difference in our community and advance your career with us. We support our employees with work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities, and more. Discover why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family! What We Offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full‑time and part‑time team members) Life & AD&D Insurance Long‑Term Disability (with options to supplement) 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match 401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution PTO Tuition Reimbursement Well‑Being Rewards Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives Continuing Education / Onsite Training A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits Magnet recognized healthcare facility Compensation Range: $93,600 - $159,120 annually The compensation above reflects the established range from CentraState Healthcare System (CSHS) for this position at the time the job was posted. CSHS considers many factors to determine compensation, including education, experience, skills, licenses, certification, and training. As such, team member compensation may fall outside this range. Additionally, the compensation range reflects base salary and does not include extra shift rates or incentives tied to quality, productivity, etc., as applicable. The benefits outlined also reflect CSHS’ policy at the time of posting. Benefits as are made available to other similarly situated team members of CSHS, although participation is at all times in accordance with and subject to the eligibility and other provisions of such plans and programs. CSHS may modify its benefits plans or programs at any time. CSHS is proud to comply with all pay equity and pay transparency laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr