Bed Control Specialist- Part Time

Lutheran Hospital of Indiana; Fort Wayne (IN); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Bed Control Specialist to coordinate patient bed placements and optimize bed utilization across departments. The role emphasizes collaboration with nursing, admissions, and physicians to maintain efficient patient flow and accurate bed status in the EHR.

The position requires strong knowledge of bed management processes, effective communication, and the ability to manage complex patient flow, especially during high census or emergencies.

Formación

• Associate degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of hospital or healthcare experience required.
• 2-4 years of hospital bed management or related experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Assigns patient beds based on clinical needs, bed availability and policies.
• Coordinates admissions, discharges and intra-hospital transfers to optimize bed utilization.
• Monitors real-time bed availability using bed management systems and provides census updates.
• Collaborates with nursing leadership, admissions and physicians to prioritize during high census or emergencies.
• Communicates with housekeeping and patient transport to ensure bed readiness.
• Facilitates transfers to ICU, telemetry, maternity or other units based on clinical criteria.
• Maintains accurate documentation of bed assignments and movements in the EHR.
• Supports infection control by coordinating isolation or special room needs.
• Identifies and resolves bed availability issues with House Supervisor and leadership.

Conocimientos

Bed management

EHR systems

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Educación

Associate Degree in Healthcare Administration or related field

Herramientas

Bed management software

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

The Bed Control Specialist is responsible for coordinating and managing the flow of patients through the facility by assigning patients to appropriate beds based on clinical needs, bed availability, and hospital policies. This role ensures efficient patient flow, effective communication among departments, and optimal bed utilization to support high-quality patient care. The Bed Control Specialist collaborates closely with nursing, clinical staff, and support departments to maintain real-time updates on bed availability and patient movements.

Essential Functions

• Assigns patient beds based on clinical needs, bed availability, and hospital policies, ensuring compliance with established protocols.
• Coordinates patient admissions, discharges, and intra-hospital transfers to optimize bed utilization and maintain efficient patient flow.
• Monitors real-time bed availability using hospital bed management systems and provides accurate updates on census and occupancy status.
• Collaborates with nursing leadership, the admissions department, and physicians to prioritize bed assignments during high census periods or emergencies.
• Communicates with clinical and support departments, such as housekeeping and patient transport, to ensure timely bed preparation and readiness.
• Facilitates patient transfers to specialized care units (e.g., ICU, telemetry, maternity) based on clinical criteria and physician orders.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of bed assignments and patient movements in the hospital’s electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Supports compliance with infection control policies by coordinating isolation or special room needs for patients.
• Identifies and resolves bed availability issues promptly, coordinating with the House Supervisor and nursing leadership to address capacity challenges.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Healthcare Administration or related field preferred
• 1-3 years of experience in a hospital or healthcare setting required
• 2-4 years of experience in hospital bed management, patient admissions, or related healthcare setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of hospital operations and bed management practices.
• Proficiency in using hospital electronic health record (EHR) and bed management systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities to manage complex patient flow scenarios.
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure situations and prioritize tasks.
• Knowledge of infection control policies and patient placement requirements.