Patient Logistics Registered Nurse Transfer Center

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Mint Hill, NC

About The Position

The Patient Logistics Registered Nurse provides nursing care and care coordination through the Transfer Center. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. Responsibilities also include maintaining accurate and timely EHR documentation, promoting safety, and supporting quality improvement and evidence-based practice. The position may involve floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area to meet patient care needs. The nurse must provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served and apply knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan. The schedule is 11 a.m.–11 p.m., 36 hours per week, with 36 hours per six-week scheduling period.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically, one year of experience in clinical nursing.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Knowledge and skills to assess and provide care appropriate to the age-specific needs of patients served.
For telehealth, telenursing, or virtual practice, licensure or privilege to practice in the state(s) where the client is located, and compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds; push or pull with 30 pounds of force; and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families through the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence care outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
Continuously evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
May administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, practice ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate, timely EHR documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and apply knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan.