Registered Nurse (RN) - Transfer Coordinator - Mid Shift

Job description

Job Summary The Transfer Coordinator - RN is responsible for coordinating patient transfers and admissions into and out of CHS facilities. This role performs initial admission screening using approved clinical criteria, ensuring 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. Essential Functions: - Coordinates all aspects of patient transfers, admissions, or consultations from referring facilities, ensuring appropriate level of care and transport. - Conducts admission screening using approved criteria to verify appropriateness of care level and bed assignments. - Collaborates with bed and capacity coordinators to prioritize transfers, bed assignments, and ensure patient information accuracy. - Acts as a liaison between physicians, healthcare providers, patients, and families to streamline the admission/transfer process. - Maintains and updates the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with accurate patient transfer information and outcomes. - Identifies barriers to patien...