Transfer Center Coordinator | 36 hours per week | Nursing Administration

A Brief OverviewFacilitates the efficient transfer of patients between facilities. The Transfer Center Coordinator is a Registered Nurse (RN) responsible for coordinating the safe, timely, and efficient transfer of patients into, out, and within the healthcare system. This role serves as a central point of communication between referring facilities, physicians, nursing leadership, bed management, and ancillary departments to ensure appropriate placement of patients based on clinical needs, bed availability, and organizational capabilities.

This role ensures compliance with regulations and maintains detailed records for quality assurance.

• Coordinate communication between transferring and receiving medical staffArrange required transportation and accommodations for patient transferEnsure compliance with state and federal transfer regulationsMaintain detailed records of all transfer activities for quality assuranceMonitor and evaluate transportation logistics and efficiencyProvide training to new staff members on transfer protocolsQualifications:QualificationsAssociate’s Degree (AA) Registered Nurse RequiredBachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Nursing or Healthcare Management Preferred1
• 3 years Experience in healthcare operations Preferred4
• 6 years Experience in patient transfer coordination Preferred4
• 6 years Experience in patient care PreferredCommunication and coordination across disciplinesEMTALA and patient transfer regulationsHospital services, capacity, and level-of-care criteriaClinical assessment and critical thinkingPrioritization and multitasking in a fast-paced environmentAccurate documentation and use of technologyAbility to make sound, clinical decisions without direct patient contactAbility to manage high-stress, time-sensitive situationsAbility to interpret and synthesize clinical informationAbility to work independently and collaborativelyRegistered Nurse Iowa Board of Nursing (IBON) Upon Hire RequiredChild Abuse Iowa Mandatory Reporter - Iowa Department of Human Services within 180 Days RequiredDependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter - Iowa Department of Human Services within 180 Days RequiredBasic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association within 180 Days RequiredBenefits:We are excited to offer an aggressive compensation and benefits package for qualifying positions, which includes:Competitive base payMatching retirement programsHealth, Dental and Vision plansHealth Savings and Flexible Spending AccountsEmployee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plansEmployer-paid, Long
• Term Disability, Life, and AD&DPaid time off (PTO)Education Assistance ProgramEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramDiscounted cafeteria mealsPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Service Recognition program Voluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short
• Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Great River Health and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.