Sup Transfer Center Nurse
Job Description
At Harris Health System, we champion better health for our patients, their families and our community, by connecting them to an integrated healthcare system that provides high-quality healthcare. Harris Health focuses on the delivery of primary care, wellness and prevention services to the residents of Harris County, Texas, through its extensive network of inpatient and outpatient facilities. Harris Health is a proud recipient of the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered medical homes. Harris Health's medical faculty and residents are provided by its nationally recognized medical school partners: Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Skills / Requirements
Job Summary
This position is responsible for the coordination of the transfer of patients from, to and between Harris Health facilities. The Transfer Center Clinical Case Manager functions independently in the prioritization and verification of transfer requests. This position is also responsible for the maintenance of department records and statistics associated with transfer requests.
Minimum Qualifications
Degrees:
Associate Degree or diploma required, BSN preferred.
License & Certification:
Current valid Registered Nurse License in the State of Texas.
Basic Life Support Certification required.
Work experience:
Five (5) years experience as a Registered Nurse. 1-2 years experience with Case Management, Quality Management, Coding or Discharge Planning preferred.
Management Experience
Management Experience:
Two (2) years management/supervisory experience preferred.
Communication Skills:
Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
Writing /Composing (Reports)
Proficiencies: MS Word, P.C.
Job Attributes
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities: Analytical, Medical Terms
Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, Overtime
Equipment Operated: Must have Basic level computer application experience/skill (Excel, Word, etc.)