Phone Triage Registered Nurse

• Perform routine procedures (obtain vitals administer injections etc.) in accordance with accepted standards of nursing practice and document in patients chart

• Interviews patient (if possible) and/or family to obtain medical histories and to make an accurate assessment.
• Assigns a triage priority based on observations and available information.
• Initiates diagnostic and therapeutic measures as indicated by standing protocols.
• Calls for crisis intervention if appropriate.
• Communicates and acts as liaison with patients family and health professionals in a manner that respects confidentiality and dignity.
• Charts concisely descriptively and legibly indicating patients progress or lack of progress.
• Performs nursing procedures safely and efficiently.
• Maintaining hygienic and safe working environment in compliance with the healthcare procedures
• Attend required meetings and participate in committees and professional development as required.
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Maintain a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information; responding to requests; building rapport; participating in team problem-solving methods
• Maintain knowledge of and complies with established policies and procedures including OSHA.
• Work toward continuous quality improvement
• Stay current with changing technology including software and industry specific programs
• Uphold support and promote all company policies and procedures

• Bachelor Degree in Nursing preferred Associate Degree in Nursing required.
• Must be a Registered Nurse with a current state license
• OBGYN triage experience preferred
• One to two years related experience and/or training
• Knowledge in the operation of computers Microsoft office and email

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

• Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written oral diagram or schedule form

• Current State RN Licensure
• CPR/First Aid Instructor Preferred
• Drivers license and acceptable driving record

• Standing Approximately 1/3 to 2/3 of on-the-job time.
• Walking Approximately 1/3 to 2/3 of on-the-job time.
• Sitting Approximately 1/3 to 2/3 of on-the-job time.
• Use of hands to finger handle or feel Approximately 1/3 to 2/3 of on-the-job time.
• Reaching with hands and arms Approximately less than 1/3 of on-the-job time.
• Climbing or balancing Approximately less than 1/3 of on-the-job time.
• Stooping kneeling crouching or crawling Approximately less than 1/3 of on-the-job time.
• Talking or hearing Approximately greater than 2/3 of on-the-job time.
• Tasting or smelling Approximately 1/3 to 2/3 of on-the-job time.
• Travel- Approximately less than 1/3 of on-the-job time.
• Weight lifted/Force exerted An average of approximately up to 10 pounds greater than 2/3 up to 25 pounds 1/3-2/3 and up 40 pounds less than 1/3 of on-the-job time non-continuously
• Vision must have clear vision near and far with or without corrective measures

Required Experience:

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