Lifepoint Health·Louisville, Kentucky
The Behavioral Health Transfer Center RN coordinates patient admissions and transfers while ensuring appropriate clinical placement and adherence to EMTALA standards. They serve as a liaison between facilities and providers to facilitate timely patient transitions and improve access to care.
Join our Remarkable Team! Location – Remote Schedule – Fulltime Shifts Vary
Your experience matters Lifepoint Health is a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Behavioral Health Transfer Center LPN/RN joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
Our Access Point Behavioral Health Transfer Center serves as a centralized hub for coordinating timely and appropriate placement of individuals in need of acute behavioral health care.
Operating 24/7, the center streamlines the transfer process by assessing clinical needs, verifying bed availability, and arranging transportation to ensure patients receive the right level of care without delay across 18 locations.
Staffed by a team of 31 experienced mental health professionals, including clinicians, nurses, EMTs, and case managers, we serve as a liaison between referring facilities, facilitating over 6,000 transfers per month.
Our goal is to reduce waiting times, prevent care gaps, and ensure seamless transitions for patients experiencing mental health or substance use crises.
Here you will have the opportunity to work remotely in a dynamic, fast-paced, and mission-driven environment.
How you’ll contribute
· Screen and coordinate patient admissions and transfers from hospitals and clinics · Use clinical decision-making and approved criteria to ensure the proper level of care · Collaborate with intake teams, physicians, nursing staff, and hospital departments to facilitate timely and appropriate placements · Monitor patient flow, track delays, and help improve access processes for better outcomes · Serve as a key liaison between facilities, patients, families, and providers — ensuring compassionate and efficient service · Navigating referrals submission to final acceptance in critical time (45 minutes) · Ensure compliance with EMTALA, Lifepoint Health policies, and quality standards. · Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and the ability to multitask in a high-volume setting typing 30-40 wpm
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: · Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. · Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. · Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). · Opportunity to impact lives at a critical access point in care ·
Supportive leadership and career development
Professional
Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Connect with a Recruiter. Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Diandra Pinckney by emailing Diandra.pinckney@lifepointhealth.net.
What we’re looking for
· Active Compact LPN/RN License · 3+ years of clinical experience in Behavioral Health or ED ( EmPath Unit) / Critical Care experience with Behavioral Health patients · High-speed internet access (minimum: 50 Mbps upload / 100 Mbps download) · Excellent communication skills and a commitment to patient-centered care · Demonstrates knowledge of regulatory requirements, EMTALA, Lifepoint Health Ethics and Compliance policies, and quality initiatives.
$29.00-$41.00
Lifepoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Candidates must hold an active Compact LPN/RN license and possess at least 3 years of clinical experience in behavioral health, emergency, or critical care settings. Proficiency in clinical decision-making and the ability to navigate high-volume referral processes are essential.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Kentucky often look for candidates who can support clients in community, school, or clinical settings while meeting basic credentialing requirements. These roles can be competitive because preferred education, CPR, and Handle with Care certifications may help candidates stand out, along with any related experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and tailor your application to the setting you can support.