About this role
The RN Transfer Center, under the direction of the Transfer Center house manager, will coordinate the safe and efficient transfer of patients with emergent or urgent medical needs in or out of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System (FMOLHS). This role requires strong clinical knowledge of pediatric and adult medical conditions, and the ability to assess and prioritize care based on the severity of illness or injury. The electronic medical record (EMR) is utilized to coordinate, document, communicate, and report each transfer request to providers, clinical staff, admissions, and house managers. Will serve as a resource for receiving facilities for compliance with transfer center guidelines. All Transfer Center communications and functions will follow EMTALA guidelines and patient throughput.
- Experience: Three years in general or specialty nursing practice
- License and Certification: Licensure for Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Louisiana
- Skills and Abilities: Strong pediatric and adult clinical skills and knowledge, ability to quickly assess and evaluate a patient’s clinical condition by phone. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, ability to prioritize and identify emergent or urgent transfer needs based on clinical description, excellent computer skills, excellent phone skills, knowledge of emergency medical treatment and active labor act (EMTALA), critical thinking skills and ability to solve problems in difficult situations.