Transfer Center RN: Coordinated Patient Transfers

CHRISTUS Health; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Alexandria, LA is seeking an RN for the Transfer Center to coordinate patient transfers into the CHRISTUS Health System. The role involves collecting clinical and demographic data, communicating with referring and receiving physicians, and ensuring compliant transfer processes with EMTALA guidelines.

The RN will interact with ED staff, House Supervisors, and hospital leadership to optimize bed availability and patient flow, while maintaining high-quality customer service and

Qualifications

• Must hold an RN license and an associate degree in nursing.
• Knowledge of EMTALA and patient transfer regulations.
• Strong customer service and communication skills to coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits excellent customer service skills with physicians, case managers, nurses, and administrators.
• Maintains professionalism and patient-centered approach at all times.
• Coordinates transfers with ED, House Supervisors, and receiving facilities to ensure timely transfer.
• Stays informed about bed availability and service changes each shift.
• Prioritizes tasks, escalates issues per hospital policy, and documents transfers accurately.
• Uses transfer center software and Meditech to update data and communicate with teams.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

RN License in state of employment or compact

BLS

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Alexandria, LA is seeking an RN for the Transfer Center to coordinate patient transfers into the CHRISTUS Health System. The role involves collecting clinical and demographic data, communicating with referring and receiving physicians, and ensuring compliant transfer processes with EMTALA guidelines.

The RN will interact with ED staff, House Supervisors, and hospital leadership to optimize bed availability and patient flow, while maintaining high-quality customer service and