Pediatric Transport Nurse | Night Shift & Critical Care

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 119,143,000 - 198,573,000; Full time

Job summary

The Transfer Center Nurse in the Center for Transport Medicine at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago coordinates and facilitates the safe transfer of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients between facilities, ensuring a smooth and efficient process in line with CAMTS standards.

This role requires excellent communication, critical thinking, and proficiency with information technology to handle complex patient care coordination while maintaining compliance and

Qualifications

• BSN graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois active and in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years pediatrics experience in high acuity inpatient setting (intensive care, emergency department, transport etc.).
• Demonstrates extensive knowledge of neonatal/pediatric diagnoses and management.
• Bed management, admission & discharge and dispatch experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred and required in the first year of hire.
• Nurses are required to obtain an ANCC approved certification within one year of hire.
• Demonstrates strong leadership qualities with the ability to make independent decisions and take decisive action in high-stress situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Strong proficiency in Epic, Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and process patient transfers to and from Lurie Children’s.
• Document clinical information to ensure appropriate care, transfer, and disposition.
• Recommend appropriate medical interventions for stabilization based on transport team protocols.
• Provide expert clinical guidance and care recommendations to referring facilities across the acuity spectrum.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of intake calls and treatment recommendations.
• Serve as a central point of communication to ensure timely care and support to referring hospitals.
• Ensure clear, professional communication and exchange of clinical information between healthcare providers.
• Collaborate with the House Supervisor to secure bed placement.
• Conduct triage and determine the appropriate transport team and mode of transport.
• Provide exceptional customer service to all stakeholders to foster trust and positive experience.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Nursing

Tools

Epic

Excel

Outlook

Word

Job description

The Transfer Center Nurse in the Center for Transport Medicine at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago coordinates and facilitates the safe transfer of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients between facilities, ensuring a smooth and efficient process in line with CAMTS standards.

This role requires excellent communication, critical thinking, and proficiency with information technology to handle complex patient care coordination while maintaining compliance and