Patient Transfer Coordinator/UKHC / 7P

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Job Title Patient Transfer Coordinator/UKHC / 7P Requisition Number NR14012 Working Title Patient Transfer Coordinator Department Name H3280:Command Center Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 11 Salary Range $29.12-45.70/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education ADN Required Related Experience 4 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification Registered Nurse (RN) Physical Requirements The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds occasionally and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments. Shift 7PM-730AM NIGHTS, 36 HOURS / WEEK with Holidays and Weekends as required by the department Job Summary The Patient Transfer Facilitator coordinates the placement of all admissions and transfers to UK Chandler / Good Samaritan in accordance with the clinical standard guidelines. Is responsible for ensuring that the patient is admitted to the most appropriate bed available using current admission criteria. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction. The Patient Transfer Facilitator coordinates the placement of all admissions and transfers to UK Chandler / Good Samaritan in accordance with the clinical standard guidelines. Is responsible for ensuring that the patient is admitted to the most appropriate bed available using current admission criteria. Follows protocols for direct acceptance of specific patient population. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities ICU Experience Preferred Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience BSN Preferred Deadline to Apply 03/01/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

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