The Bed Placement & Transfer Center Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, prioritizing, and optimizing all inpatient bed assignments within the Medical Center while facilitating patient transfers from external facilities. This role also involves working with nursing staff to ensure proper staffing based on census and identifying potential delays for expected discharges.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a minimum of five years of experience as a registered nurse in a hospital setting and at least two years of computer experience including Microsoft Office and report writing skills like Microsoft Access. A College Diploma and current Missouri RN licensure are required, with an Associate's degree mandated and a BSN preferred.
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JOB SUMMARY The Bed Placement & Transfer Center Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, prioritizing and optimizing all inpatient bed assignments within the Medical Center.
This position facilitates patient transfers from other facilities to Saint Francis Medical Center.
Will work with other areas within the Medical Center to assure proper staffing is maintained based on current and known future census.
Will work with nursing staff to assist in identifying potential delays on patients expected to be discharged.
Will provide quality reporting to leadership.
They evaluate processes, tracks, documents and coordinates patient transfers for the successful referral and transfer of patients to the facility.
JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS Time Type: PRN, as needed, without benefits Typical Hours: Variable shifts, weekend and holiday rotation.
Education
College
Diploma,
Nursing-required
Certification &
Licensures: Currently licensed to practice in the State of Missouri. AA degree-required BLS Certification BSN-preferred.
Experience
Minimum of five (5) years working as a registered nurse in a hospital setting. Minimal of two (2) years computer experience including all Microsoft Office suite programs and report writing skills including Microsoft Access. Demonstrates knowledge and ability to organize and perform detailed work. Demonstrates ability to perform a variety of duties under stress. Demonstrates evidence of good verbal and written communication skills. - Demonstrates evidence of good telephone etiquette. - Demonstrates evidence of understanding and practice of customer orientation. - Excellent problem solving skills. Ability to work with minimal supervision and multitask. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Why Work at Saint Francis? Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region’s leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience. Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306‑bed Medical Center, nearly 3,000 team members, and over 300 providers, Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis—it’s a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves. You’ll find more than 50 specialties, the region’s only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center, and southeast Missouri’s first Level III NICU. The system’s employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area’s primary care providers. A Mission That Matters At Saint Francis, you’re not just doing a job - you’re part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors. Mission To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ. Vision To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Coverage
Retirement Benefits
Discount
Education Assistance
Prescription
Earned Time Off
Values
You
Can
Feel
Every
Day
Integrity:
Doing what’s right, even when no one is watching
Stewardship:
Managing resources wisely for the future
Faith:
Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves
Hope:
Lifting up those who feel discouraged
Joy:
Serving others with a grateful, happy heart
Compassion:
Seeing others through
Christ's eyes
Excellence:
Always striving to be the best
Dignity: Respecting human life from beginning to end If You’re Looking to Make a True Impact… Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years. Total Rewards Our most important asset is our colleagues. That's why Saint Francis Healthcare System offers a comprehensive benefits program to meet all your needs. Colleagues working at least 24 hours per week will have access to our Total Rewards package as outlined below. Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date Saint Francis Medical Services Discount Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation
Other benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access To learn more about our Total Rewards package and eligibility, visit www.sfmc.net/careers/benefits/. Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at careers@sfmc.net. Guided by our mission to provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ, Saint Francis Healthcare System delivers progressive and innovative health care services to Southeast Missouri and beyond. Our colleagues are called to compassionately serve, while seeing others through Christ’s eyes. Saint Francis’s commitment to excellence in quality and service is what sets us apart.
