JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
RN required. Must possess a degree in nursing, with preference given to a bachelor’s degree.
Experience
Minimum of two years of hospital experience required.
Physical
This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
Normal hospital environment. Occasional exposure to fumes, odors, biological and electrical hazards. Normal/corrected eyesight with close eye work. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Uses computer, telephone, copier, fax, scanner and adding machine. Lifting up to 50 lbs, carrying up to 20 lbs, pushing and pulling up to 100 lbs. Frequently sitting.
JOB SUMMARY
To coordinate patient transfers from other facilities to include all services within the capabilities of the organization. Collaborates with accepting physician regarding provision of care for patient admission. Assist with Patient Placement Center and Utilization Management to perform admission status appropriateness by collaborating with MD, Patient Placement Coordinator, and Utilization Review Coordinator. Complies with guidelines, institutional policies and procedures, and other information to determine appropriate transfers and admissions into Medical Center, Emergency Department, and St. Bernards Behavioral Health.