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Registered Nurse - Transfer Specialist - FT Nights — Northeast Georgia Health System | Nursing Mastery

RNCase ManagementTransfer Specialist

Posted Jul 23, 2026 · Last seen active Jul 24, 2026

About this role

The RN Transfer Specialist coordinates in-bound transfers/direct admits from primary care providers offices, free standing emergency clinics (Urgent Care) and patients from regional community hospitals who require a higher level of care according to established policies. The RN Transfer Specialist facilitates activation of the STEMI protocol. Is a professional member of VOICE professional nursing shared governance providing feedback on issues being addressed at meetings. Participates as a member on VOICE councils and Nursing Quality Teams as appropriate. Actively participates on Unit Council helping with plans to improve NDNQI nursing sensitive indicators, RN Satisfaction, Employee Engagement, Culture of Safety, and Patient Experience data. Works together with other care team members to recruit and retain an excellent nursing care team.

Skills for this role

patient transfer coordinationSTEMI protocol activationdirect admit coordinationshared governance participationNDNQI nursing sensitive indicatorsquality improvement

Requirements

Licensed to practice as an RN in Georgia
Associates Degree in Nursing
Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in direct patient care and/or case management
Excellent observation skills and problem solving ability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with computers and computer software
Demonstrates interpersonal skills including professionalism, a team player, and a positive approach to situations
Working knowledge of medical necessity criteria and application of admission criteria

About the employer

Northeast Georgia Health System

Health system employer

Workplace not named in the posting.

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is a regional healthcare system headquartered in Gainesville, Georgia, with multiple campuses including NGMC Gainesville, Lumpkin, and Habersham. The system's mission is centered on improving the health of its communities, and it serves the northeast…

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Living in Gainesville, GA

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains along the shores of Lake Lanier, Gainesville blends small-town Southern charm with growing healthcare opportunities. About an hour from Atlanta, it's a relaxed, nature-rich community where nurses can enjoy lake life and mountain trails after shifts.

Cost of living in Georgia: 91.3; 9% below the national average
RN pay, Georgia average: $92k; mean annual wage

State-level figures. Becker's Hospital Review (BLS OEWS May 2024 wages · World Population Review 2024 cost index)

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