Registered Nurse - Patient Placement

Summary Of The Role This position involves coordinating patient transfers and bed management by collaborating with physicians and nursing staff to ensure timely and appropriate patient placement based on care needs. The RN will perform clinical screening, utilize utilization management tools, and document transfer details in electronic medical records. They will also monitor inpatient flow, assess demand and capacity for beds, and communicate effectively to resolve issues and optimize resource utilization.

Summary Of The Role This position involves coordinating patient transfers and bed management by collaborating with physicians and nursing staff to ensure timely and appropriate patient placement based on care needs. The RN will perform clinical screening, utilize utilization management tools, and document transfer details in electronic medical records. They will also monitor inpatient flow, assess demand and capacity for beds, and communicate effectively to resolve issues and optimize resource utilization.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Managing inpatient flow from admission to discharge while ensuring efficient utilization of beds.
• Facilitating patient transfers, assessing requests using clinical criteria, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Monitoring admission processes, addressing delays, and reporting quality concerns.
• Serving as a resource on bed availability and adjusting assignments based on acuity and capacity.
• Participating in on-call coverage and adhering to policies and procedures.

Qualifications And Skills

• Minimum of three years of RN experience.
• Graduate from a specialty nursing training program.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and clinical assessment skills.
• Ability to work in a clinical environment with a focus on patient flow and resource management.

Additional information: The role offers benefits starting on day one, including health coverage, flexible savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and family support services. Hybrid work options are available after orientation, with in-office work as needed.