Registered Nurse (RN) - Transfer Center

Overview Join our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients’ lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work‑life balance. At Baptist Health System, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work‑life balance. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long‑term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status. Job Summary This position may qualify for a sign‑on bonus. The Registered Nurse Transfer Center is responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects of the transfer process, including direct admissions and hospital transfers to and from community hospitals with the intent to transfer each patient to an appropriate Tenet hospital. The role works collaboratively to foster relationships with referring facilities, physicians and hospital staff, and represents Tenet Healthcare Mission and Values. The RN serves as a clinical resource for non‑nursing transfer center staff, making clinical decisions and documenting appropriately. The RN maintains working knowledge of EMTALA and other regulations governing patient transfers, and utilizes applicable systems to facilitate bed flow and expedite patient placement. The RN completes established competencies for the position within the designated introductory period and performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum education: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing Preferred education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university Minimum experience: 4 years of experience in an acute care setting Preferred experience: ER/Critical Care or charge nurse, house supervisor or other management experience Required certifications/licensure: Possession of current Texas State License for Registered Nurse Preferred certifications/licensure: N/A Required courses/ completions (e.g., CPR): N/A Organization Description Baptist Health System has more than 120 years of history caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full‑service hospitals, a specialized children’s hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, you’ll find that we have the same goal of helping people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Equal Employment Opportunity Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E‑Verify program. #J-18808-Ljbffr Baptist Health System