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Patient Logistics-RNParamedicEMT

Trinity Health

Job Location:

Davenport, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 10 August 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 7 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Night Shift

Description:

Position Title: Patient Logistics RN or EMT or Paramedic
Department: Regional Referral Center

Schedule:

24 hours per week night shift
weekend and holiday rotation

POSITION PURPOSE

The Patient Logistics RN serves as the primary clinical coordinator for complex patient transitions across the healthcare continuum. This role managesinterfacilitytransfers by integrating advanced clinical assessment situational awareness andrealtimedecision-making to ensure patients are placed at theappropriate levelof care ina timelyand safe manner. Acting as the first clinical point of contact forreferringhospitals providers and healthcare facilities the RN evaluates patient acuity determinesappropriate clinicalpathways andanticipatespotential risks during transfer or transport.

ThePatient LogisticsRN functions as a critical communication hublinking referring providers accepting clinicians receiving units transport teams and family membersto ensureaccurate comprehensive and clinically relevant information flows between all parties. This role requires strong clinical judgment rapid prioritization skills and the ability to navigate bed capacity constraints operational limitations and emergent care needs.

Through diligent attention to regulatory requirements specifically EMTALA and other transfer-related standards thePatient LogisticsRN upholds patient safety compliance and continuity of care. Byoptimizingresourcesadvocating forpatients andfacilitatingefficient transitions this role significantly influences patient outcomes throughput performance and overall healthcare system efficiency.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Facilitate and coordinate patient transfers between healthcare facilities departments or units

2. Work in a fast-paced ever changing working environment.

3. Conduct clinical assessments of transfer requests to determine appropriate level of care needed

4. Communicate effectively with physicians nurses and staff at both sending and receiving facilities

5. Manages multi-phone call activity to minimize any delays experienced by customers

6. Document all transfer information accurately in electronic health records and transfer systems

7. Coordinate transportation arrangements including ground and air ambulances when necessary

8. Monitor bed availability and collaborate with bed management teams

9. Serve as a clinical resource for transfer-related questions and concerns

10. Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to transfer processes 11. Demonstrates knowledge of the use of emergency notification system (PULSARA) and takes initiative to activate system for emergency transfer of patients with STEMI stroke trauma ECMO.

12. Takes the initiative to anticipate problems uses creative thinking and generates reports as requested.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must possess a comprehensive understanding of the Paramedic scope of practice including all clinical procedures patient care standards and legal/regulatory requirements governing emergency medical services. This knowledge should encompass state and local protocols documentation standards infection control practices and the ability to apply these principles effectively in both pre-hospital and hospital settings. Additionally the Paramedic should demonstrate proficiency in recognizing limitations of the role and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure safe high-quality patient care.

2. High school diploma or equivalent (GED).

3. Graduate of an approved Paramedic course with a current Iowa Paramedic (PM) certification or an Iowa RN Exemption or Illinois PHRN certification based on role. (MercyOneGenesis current Paramedic (PM) license in either Iowa or Illinois isrequiredat the time of hire. A secondary PM license for the other state must be obtained within 120 days of the hire or transfer date.)

4. Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience.

5. Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative shared leadership environment.

6. Mustpossessa personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty integrity and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy mission vision goals and values of Trinity Healthand MercyOne.

7. Strong verbal written and interpersonal communication skills.

8. Excellent organizational prioritization and multitasking abilities in a fastpaced environment.

9. Proficiency with electronic health records and transfer management systems.

10. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word Excel and Google-based applications.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits culture and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Genesis Click here: MercyOne Genesis Stronger. Together. As One!

Davenport/Quad Cities

Davenport and the Quad Cities region combine affordability with vibrant culture. Families benefit from the Davenport Community School District and nearby colleges like St. Ambrose University and Augustana College. The area offers museums riverfront parks bike trails and year-round festivals plus easy access to Chicago and Des Moines for weekend trips.

MercyOne Genesis Davenport Medical Center established in 1869 is one of the largest employers in the Quad Cities with a workforce of nearly 5000 employees. The non-profit regional health system has 674 licensed beds and more than 70 locations serving a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities in eastern Iowa and western Illinois. It offers NICU cancer cardiac robotics critical care pediatrics womens health surgical emergency stroke imaging lab and weightmanagement services. Recognition includes IBM Watson top15 health system Leapfrog A safety grade U.S. News topranked hospital national quality leadership IT Most Wired nursing excellence designations and Great Iowa Nurse honorees.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.

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About Company

Trinity Health

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity ... View more

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