Registered Nurse (RN) - Transfer Center
About The Position
The Registered Nurse Transfer Center is responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects of the transfer process. Responsible for coordinating direct admissions and hospital transfers to and from community hospitals with the intent to transfer each patient to an appropriate Tenet hospital. Works collaboratively to foster relationships with referring facilities, physicians, and hospital staffs in representation of Tenet Healthcare Mission and Values. Serves as a clinical resource for non-nursing transfer center staff, with responsibility for clinical decisions and appropriate documentation. Maintains working knowledge of EMTALA and other regulations governing patient transfers. Utilizes applicable systems to facilitate bed flow and expedite patient placement. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Graduate of accredited school of Nursing
- 4 years of experience in an acute care setting
- Possession of current Texas State License for Registered Nurse
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
- ER/Critical Care or in a charge nurse, house supervisor or other management experience.
Responsibilities
- Managing and coordinating all aspects of the transfer process.
- Coordinating direct admissions and hospital transfers to and from community hospitals.
- Fostering relationships with referring facilities, physicians, and hospital staffs.
- Serving as a clinical resource for non-nursing transfer center staff.
- Maintaining working knowledge of EMTALA and other regulations governing patient transfers.
- Utilizing applicable systems to facilitate bed flow and expedite patient placement.
- Completing established competencies for the position within designated introductory period.
- Performing other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
