RN Coordinator - Transfer & Logistics Center - Mid-shift

Integris Health•Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center Transfer and Logistics Center, Oklahoma's largest not-for-profit health system has a great opportunity for a Register Nurse in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In this position, you'll work 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. with our Transfer and Logistics Center providing exceptional care to those who have entrusted INTEGRIS Health with their healthcare needs. If our mission of partnering with people to live healthier lives speaks to you, apply today. We invite you to join us as we strive to be The Most Trusted Partner for Health. The Transfer Center Coord RN is responsible for coordinating patient care needs by facilitating patient placement in the appropriate nursing unit utilizing pre-established criteria and consulting with members of the interdisciplinary team. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires. INTEGRIS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.

Requirements

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Oklahoma or current multistate license from a Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC) member state
Bachelors degree in Nursing preferred
4 years RN experience
8 years EMT Dispatching experience in lieu of RN experience
Experience as a lead/charge nurse or with placement or care of critically ill patients preferred
2 years computer and telephone system experience preferred
Must be able to communicate effectively in English (Verbal/Written)

Nice To Haves

Bachelors degree in Nursing preferred
Experience as a lead/charge nurse or with placement or care of critically ill patients preferred
2 years computer and telephone system experience preferred

Responsibilities

Performs telephonic patient triage, discharge follow-up with physicians and patients and disease management programs
Coordinates with outlying regional physicians and hospitals assisting with physician consultation, transfer and coordination of patient ground/air transport
Collaborates frequently with ER, PACU and bed boards to keep abreast of possible admissions/transfers
Collaborates with the Bed Assignment/Staffing Group, Patient Placement Coordinator or Administrative Supervisor per shift to determine census and acuity
Collaborates and problem solves regarding bed availability, patient acuity/needs, and problematic situations with the Administrative Supervisor and Clinical Manager
Receives/obtains the admission orders for admissions and ensures that orders are sent to the appropriate nursing unit
Advises the physician when information is obtained that may change the bed request, ETA, or treatment upon arrival
Maintains the physician standing orders file
Participates in educational programs to maintain or increase job skills
Assists with the orientation of new employees
Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager