Patient Flow RN Transfer Center

Trinity Health - Des Moines, IA

Job Title: Patient Flow RN Transfer Center

Position: Registered Nurse

Job Type: Full time

Pay:

Shift: Night Shift

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Location

Address:

City: Des Moines

State: IA

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Job Responsibilities

Monitors patient admissions to assure appropriate patient placement.
Focuses on efficient bed utilization when assigning beds, based on patient diagnosis, special needs, physician preference, and bed availability.
Conducts admission reviews per the UM plan related to level of care changes, to assure that hospitalization is warranted based on established criteria.
Utilizes knowledge of current census information and potential inpatient bed needs to project accurate and appropriate placement of incoming patients.
Oversees the incoming calls of the One Call Center and, working with protocols, triages and transfers those calls appropriately to facilitate the admission of patients to Mercy Medical Center.
Communicates bed placement explanations to appropriate Patient Flow and Patient Access Department staff.
Facilitates communication with respective Department Directors and managers regarding bed flow and other issues as appropriate.
Facilitates appropriate referrals to care coordination.
Occasionally assists with pre-authorization of services, as needed.
Utilizes expert knowledge and teamwork to facilitate cohesive efforts to achieve continuous quality management and excellence in providing for patients and/or populations.
Applies professional nursing skills in applying the four aspects of the nursing process (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) when indicated to evaluate needs of incoming patients and the disease process to assess needs for bed placement and appropriate care.
Acts as a liaison between Doctors, offices, facilities, and Mercy to facilitate the admission process.
Assists medical staff physicians with interpretation and compliance with external regulatory agencies and Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party payer requirements.
Carries out hospital programs and principles of utilization review in compliance with hospital policies and external regulatory agencies Peer Review Organization (PRO), The Joint Commission (TJC), and multiple payer defined criteria for eligibility.
Validates medical necessity using Medicare guidelines.
Promotes proactive planning and direction for care management, patient placement, pending discharges/transfers, and appropriate use of services.
Works closely with the House Supervisor to efficiently manage patient volumes and available resources.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Possession of a current license as a registered nurse issued by the State of Iowa.
Two years clinical nursing experience required.
Basic understanding of computer applications.
Knowledge of eligibility requirements for insurance coverage with respect to health care services.

Preferred Skills

BSN or degree in healthcare related field preferred.
Experience in Patient Access, Admissions and Flow Operations preferred.
Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse training within three months of hire.
BLS certified by the end of the orientation period.

Requirements

Experience: Two years clinical nursing experience required.

Education: BSN or degree in healthcare related field preferred.

License & Certification:

Possession of a current license as a registered nurse issued by the State of Iowa.
BLS certified by the end of the orientation period.

Schedule:

Night Shift

COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

Benefits

Not specified

Supplemental Pay

Not specified

Special Notes

Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Facility Details

Name: Trinity Health

Description: Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa’s largest medical center, with 802 beds available.

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