LVN Nurse - PRN | Voyages Conroe

PAM Health; Conroe (TX); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a compassionate Transfer Center Nurse to provide high-quality assistance in triaging and coordinating patient transfers. This role requires a valid LVN license, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work flexible hours. The nurse will utilize technology to assess clinical needs and ensure effective collaboration with various healthcare professionals. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional care to chronically and critically ill patients, and make a meaningful impact in a dynamic 24/7 environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid LVN license and complete CPI and CPR training within 30 days.
• Previous experience in behavioral health and case management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt assistance with triaging and coordinating patient transfers.
• Collaborate with referral sources and monitor triage needs.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Education

Valid LVN License

Crisis Prevention Training (CPI)

CPR Certification

Job description

Overview

At Voyages Behavioral Health / PAM Health, we care for chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care. PAM Health has over 80 hospital locations and employs over 11,000 people across the country. Our teams work together to deliver the highest level of compassionate care ensuring the best possible outcome for our patients.

PRN- Must be able to provide an eight (8) shift availability per month

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for providing high quality, prompt assistance with triaging and coordination of transfers from other facilities. The transfer center nurse monitors and responds to triage needs and completes the direct referral acceptance process. The nurse uses technology as a platform for reviewing patient’s clinical needs and delivers prompt communication of acceptance or deflection. This position collaborates and works closely with referral sources, physicians, nurses, etc. The Transfer Center nurse reports and is accountable to the Director of Assessment and Referral for Voyages. This is an exempt position.

Qualifications

Education and Training: Valid LVN license. Completion of Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) and CPR within 30 days of hire and prior to patient contact.

Experience: Previous experience in behavioral health and substance use field; working with case management, hospitals, and admissions preferred. Excellent customer service, verbal and written communication skills, organizational and multitasking skills. May be required to work flexible hours. Position may be facility-based or remote. Shifts will vary to support this 24/7 department; will include day and overnight coverage with shift times that may vary over different US time zones.