Patient Logistics (RN), Part-Time, Nights

Job Description

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, University of Chicago Medicine, as a Patient Logistics RN in the Patient Logistics department!

The Patient Logistics RN assigns patients to beds based on care requirements and for maximizing the use of the hospital’s bed resources.  In determining priorities and reaching bed assignment decisions, the Patient Logistics RN operates within the bounds of established hospital policy and resource availability guidelines. The Patient Logistics RN will evaluate, process, track, document and coordinate patient transfers into University of Chicago Medicine.  The Patient Logistics RN obtains appropriate medical and demographic information, and coordinates communication between the referring physician and the University of Chicago Medicine. The Patient Logistics RN efficiently engages appropriate departments in the transfer process and monitors and documents all activities associated with the transfer.  The Patient Logistics RN is responsible for oversight of the entire transfer episode, from start to finish, and for communication back to the transferring facility.  The incumbent will be accountable for all regulations associated with patient transfer as well as designated performance measure outcomes. 

Essential Job Functions

• Assigns patients to beds based on UCH established priorities for bed assignment and other bed assignment indicators to minimize bed down time, maximize the clinical usefulness of each bed day and the meet the convenience of patients.
• Works in concert with the Director to track the status of all Requests for Admission, both scheduled and same day. 
• Provides routine feedback to admitting where there are issues of accuracy, completeness or lateness of delivery. 
• Tracks the status of beds and patient waiting time in the ERs. 
• Participates in discussions when the ERs are considering going on bypass.
• Ensures that timely and appropriate transportation is facilitated.

• Serves as the principal contact for requests to transfer a patient from another hospital or other outside setting to University of Chicago Medicine.
• Evaluates the appropriateness of bed assignments. 
• Provides direction to others in achieving the necessary changes.
• Collaborates with all hospital departments and other disciplines to streamline services and effectively monitor the utilization of resources. 
• Prepares written reports and oral presentations regarding variances or cost effectiveness
• Addresses and escalates as appropriate issues related to transfer acceptance, bed availability and increased census

• Knowledge of State and National rules and regulations pertaining to healthcare transfer centers and Bed Access, including EMTALA.
• Routinely assesses indicators and monitors concerning bed availability and the maintenance of care standards for assigned area. 
• Utilizes indicator information to determine when and what interventions are required.  In pursuit of this goal, facilitates the timely discharge of patients. 
• Obtains appropriate patient information critical to determining the appropriate University of Chicago Medicine care provider, medical necessity and level of care.
• Facilitates a recorded conference call between the referring physician and the University of Chicago Medicine physician.

Required Qualifications

• Shift changes, on-call duty and other non-standard work cycle.
• Graduate of a NLN accredited school of nursing
• BSN in Nursing Required
• Minimum of 5 years progressive clinical experience, to include acute care cardiac telemetry, critical care/emergency nursing experience, case management, charge nurse/house supervision, or transfer center experience
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, leadership, teamwork and collaboration
• The ability to resolve conflict effectively.
• Excellent critical thinking skills and ability to think quickly and multitask effectively.
• Requires the ability to complete job duties autonomously.
• Ability to use a computer and software applications.
• Requires strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to deal with stressful situations
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization, including physicians and senior management
• Proven leadership skills
• Experience with interpreting hospital policies consistently in a variety of situations

 Position Details

• Job Type/FTE: Part-time (0.6 FTE)
• Shift: Nights, 7PM-7AM
• Work Location: Remote 
• Unit/Department: Patient Logistics
• CBA Code: Non-Union 

Why Join Us

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits.  The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.