RN-Patient Flow Coordinator
Company: Essentia Health
Location: Duluth
Posted on: March 23, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description: This position coordinates all aspects of
patient flow throughout the East Market. Coordinates activities
between defined areas and provides clinical leadership and
expertise to ensure proper patient placement. Facilitates an
atmosphere of collegial relationships among nursing personnel and
others. Has major responsibility for the implementation of the
vision, mission, plans, and standards of the organization and
nursing services within their defined areas of responsibility.
Education Qualifications: Key Responsibilities: Receives requests
for information on medical conditions, medications, diagnostic
tests, and prescription refills Will assist with the coordination
of patient transfers from referring facilities calling in to the
Essentia Health STAT doc line Will process prescription refill
requests received from pharmacies and patients, utilizing the
Essentia Health primary care refill protocol. Ensures continuous
24/7 coordination of patient transfers and emergent care events.
This role is critical for managing time-sensitive cases, including
STEMIs, strokes, and other emergent transfers, and its absence
creates significant operational and patient safety risks. The
Patient Flow Coordinator serves as the central hub for patient
movement across the organization and with external facilities.
Responsibilities include coordinating interfacility transfers,
facilitating emergent care pathways, communicating with providers
and nursing leadership, and ensuring appropriate bed placement and
resource utilization. This role operates continuously, including
nights, weekends, and holidays, and directly supports regulatory
compliance, throughput, and patient safety. Delays or gaps in
coverage place increased burden on clinical teams and leadership
and can negatively impact outcomes for high-acuity patients.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications: Licensure: Current RN
license in the state of North Dakota, Minnesota, and/or Wisconsin
upon hire. Ability to obtain RN license in all 3 states within 3
months of hire. Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: Health
Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure
employees' well-being. Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with
employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through
training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal
leave to help employees manage their professional and personal
lives. Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical,
mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships,
counseling services, and wellness activities. Employee Benefits at
Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting
your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive
benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We
offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan
for the future, and we invest in your professional development
through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible
scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on
your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that
benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your
benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Job Location: Building B - St Marys Medical Center Shift Rotation:
Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start/End:
Variable 12 hr shift / Variable Hours Per Pay Period: 72
Compensation Range: Union: Miller Dwan MNA RNs (MDRN) FTE: 0.9
Weekends: every third weekend Call Obligations: Sign On Bonus:
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