RN - Registered Nurse - Patient Coordinator - Patient Logistics Center - Nights

Position Title:
RN - Registered Nurse - Patient Coordinator - Patient Logistics Center - Nights

Department:
Patient Logistics Center

Job Description:

Shift: Full-Time

One (1) year of RN experience is preferred for this position. If you have less than one (1) year of RN experience, please search for positions titled "RN Resident" to start the application process.

General Description:

Under limited direction, provides clinical resources to patient care units.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

* Provides clinical care for patients based on Bed Management priorities and at the discretion of the Clinical Coordinator.
* Provides transfer and admissions assessments for patients moving from one level of care to another.
* Facilitates discharge of patients that are ready to depart.
* Assists in the assessment of clinical situations and performing the transfer of critical patients to Critical Care units when necessary.
* Assists in procedures for patients with complex health problems.
* Assists families during health crisis situations.
* As delegated, assists in resolving family/patient complaints and addressing improvements in behavior of staff, residents or physicians.

General Responsibilities:

* Performs administrative duties as assigned.
* Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Experience: Three (3) years' experience as a supervisor or charge nurse OR may substitute a Master's Degree in Nursing for one (1) year of the required experience

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing, or a current multistate compact RN License (eNLC). Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire. ACLS (American Heart Association) required within 6 months of hire. PALS (American Heart Association) required within 6 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of nursing theory, standards of nursing care, practices, techniques and procedures. Knowledge of hospital organization, nursing administration, personnel management and regulations of accreditation agencies. Knowledge of principles and methods of supervision. Skill in administering effective nursing care. Good communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with medical staff.

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.