Registered Nurse - Transfer Coordinator - Day Shift - PRN

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Franklin, TN

About The Position

The Transfer Coordinator - RN is responsible for coordinating patient transfers and admissions into and out of CHS facilities. The role performs initial admission screening using approved clinical criteria to ensure each transfer aligns with policy and clinical standards. The Transfer Coordinator works closely with bed and capacity coordinators, hospital departments, and external healthcare providers to facilitate efficient patient flow and address barriers to patient throughput.

Requirements

Associate Degree in Nursing required.
1–3 years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care setting required.
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills for managing patient transfers.
Knowledge of healthcare regulations, including EMTALA and medical necessity guidelines.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
Proficiency with electronic health record systems and standard office software.
Ability to provide superior customer service and facilitate positive patient experiences.
RN – Registered Nurse state licensure and/or compact state licensure in the state of Tennessee required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
Prior experience in transfer coordination or patient flow in an ED or Critical Care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate all aspects of patient transfers, admissions, or consultations from referring facilities, ensuring the appropriate level of care and transport.
Conduct admission screening using approved criteria to verify appropriateness of care level and bed assignments.
Collaborate with bed and capacity coordinators to prioritize transfers and bed assignments and ensure patient information accuracy.
Act as a liaison between physicians, healthcare providers, patients, and families to streamline the admission and transfer process.
Maintain and update the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with accurate patient transfer information and outcomes.
Identify barriers to patient throughput, track trends, and recommend actions to improve efficiency and patient flow.
Use medical necessity criteria to evaluate admissions, ensuring bed types and patient statuses are appropriate.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with hospital staff, nursing units, and external healthcare providers to support quality patient care.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.