RN Transfer Center - FMC

The RN Transfer Center, under the supervision of the Director and / or Clinical Manager, is responsible for facilitating admissions / transfers to and within NAH. S / he maintains the Physician Referral Line service to provide timely access to area specialists as needed. S / he will direct, delegate, and coordinate the process needed for patient access NAH. S / he follows accepted nursing practice, policy, and procedures. S / he performs procedures that are within the scope of department and nursing practice. S / he seeks assistance and support when necessary, assists in data collection, and facilitates admissions or transfer of patients for patient care. Maintains accountability for own practice and those functions s / he delegates. Within a specified work period, plans and coordinates patient placement and physician consults.

Responsibilities

Administrative

• Updates Daily Bed Poll in accordance with Emergency Management Systems.
• Clerical duties to include : use of computer systems and applications, faxing, scanning, printing, etc.
• Assists with ensuring the physician on call roster is kept up-to-date.

Patient Care

Data / Reporting

Bed Placement

Compliance / Safety

Qualifications

Education

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing- Required

BSN- Preferred

Certification & Licensures

Active, unrestricted, Arizona RN License or valid, participating compact license- Required

BLS (American Heart Association)- Required

Experience

Three years acute care experience- Required

Call Center / Transfer Center Experience- Preferred

Healthcare is a rapidly changing environment and technology is integrated into almost all aspects of patient care. Computers and other electronic devices are utilized across the organization and throughout each department. Colleagues must have an understanding of computers, and competence in using computers and basic software programs.