RN Transfer Center Specialist

Company: Mercy Health
Location: Cincinnati
Posted on: January 13, 2021

Job Description:

Thank you for considering a career at Conduit Health Partners!The RN Transfer Specialist coordinates patient logistics to assist patient acceptance and bed placement in an environment that can facilitate a higher level of care and/or continuity of care. The RN Transfer Specialist works collaboratively to foster relationships with referring facilities, physicians, and hospital staff in representation of Conduit Health Partners' Mission and Values. Assistance with data collection for quality purposes will be expected. Professional clinical standards, policy and evidence-based research will guide practice, service and delivery of care.Essential Functions:* Coordinates functions in order to identify appropriate level of care, accepting provider, consultation and access from all potential referral sources* Works directly with clinicians at each client facility to ensure communication of accurate clinical presentation, timely access, appropriate bed assignment, and accurate patient information documentation* Proficiency in EHR data entry, telephone and office systems, as required to support operations, while ensuring accurate, timely data entry and the protection of Protected Health Information (PHI)* Uses critical thinking skills to make recommendations that promotes the best potential patient outcome based on clinical information, patient/physician preferences, and the capability of both transferring and receiving facilities.* Monitors individual and team compliance and performance* Participates in process improvement, professional development, peer review and shared governance* Other duties as assignedEducation:* Required: Associates Degree of Nursing* Preferred: Bachelors of Science in NursingRequired Licensure:* Active Ohio Nursing License.* Able to be licensed in other states.Experience and Qualifications:* Required: 1 year in acute care,* Preferred: Critical Care or Emergency Dept. EPICConduit Health Partners is an equal opportunity employer.We'll also reward your hard work with:* Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans* Prescription drug coverage* Flexible spending accounts* Life insurance w/AD&D* An employer-matched 403(b) for those who qualify* Paid time off* Educational Assistance* And much moreScheduled Weekly Hours:36Work Shift:Days/NightsDepartment:SS Conduit Health - Transfer CenterAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.

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