EMT or LPN - PATIENT PLACEMENT COORDINATOR

Education: Graduate from an accredited program in Emergency Medical Services or Practical Nursing. Current licensure to practice as an Advanced EMT in the state of Arkansas or current licensure as a Practical Nurse in the state of Arkansas.

Experience: Two (2) years of related healthcare experience. Bed Control experience strongly preferred. Physical: This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information. Normal hospital environment. Occasional exposure to fumes, odors, biological and electrical hazards. Normal/corrected eyesight with close eye work. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Uses computer, telephone, copier, fax, scanner and adding machine. Lifting up to 50 lbs, carrying up to 20 lbs, pushing and pulling up to 100 lbs.

Job Summary: To coordinate patient transfers and bed assignment to include all services within the capabilities of the organization. Collaborates with accepting physician regarding provision of care for patient admission. Complies with guidelines, institutional policies and procedures, and other information to determine appropriate transfers and admissions into Medical Center, Emergency Department, and St. Bernards Behavioral Health.