What are the responsibilities and job description for the Access Center RN position at Children's Health?
Job Title & Specialty Area: Access Center RN
Department: Patient Transport
Location: Dallas Campus
Shift: Night Shift
Job Type: On-Site
Why Children’s Health?
At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.
Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.
Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.
Summary:
The Access Center Nurse coordinates, facilitates, and communicates as a representative of the Access Center to promote optimal patient care and support the mission of Children's Health. Ensures efficient patient flow, communication, and excellent customer service to referral hospitals that are contacting Children's Health for patient transfers and transport team requests. The Access Center Nurses serve as liaisons and resources for all Access Center staff, community hospitals, and clinical units/services across the healthcare enterprise.
Responsibilities:
* Provides oversight for all clinical escalations and notifies the Access Center Medical Director as appropriate.
* Applies clinical expertise to triage and prioritizes referrals while working in collaboration with Access Center staff.
* Follows appropriate policies/guidelines for patient referrals and transport team requests.
* Anticipates care issues and promotes optimal outcomes by utilizing appropriate delegation of patient care.
* Adheres to all regulatory requirements for the patient transfer process.
* Assists with coordination for the correct team configuration, the right mode of transport, and ensures the right equipment is available based on patient resource needs and acuity.
* Completes a rapid assessment of patient information to ensure the correct consulting physician is contacted and escalates for Medical Director evaluation when indicated.
How You’ll Be Successful:
WORK EXPERIENCE
* At least 2 years Nursing experience in Critical Care or the Emergency Department Required
* At least 2 years Nursing experience in Transport or EMS Preferred
EDUCATION
* Four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing Required
* FEMA ICS 100, 200 Required
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
* Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas Upon Hire Required
* Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements Upon Hire Required
* Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification Upon Hire Required
* Certified Flight Communicator 1 Year Required
* Licensure/certification as a paramedic or EMT Preferred
A Place Where You Belong
We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.
Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You:
· Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
· 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
· Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
· Caregiver Leave
· Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement >
