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Telephonic Triage Nurse - Emergency Care Specialist
$132k-197k (estimate)
Full Time
1 Week Ago
Get It Recruit - Healthcare is Hiring a Telephonic Triage Nurse - Emergency Care Specialist Near Los Angeles, CA
DescriptionAs a Remote Nurse Triage Professional, you will be pivotal in delivering accurate and timely medical guidance to patients over the phone. This role is essential for ensuring patients receive the right support, especially during emergencies or outside regular office hours. You will assess patient symptoms, provide medical advice, and coordinate care, all while upholding the highest standards of patient care and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Perform telephonic assessments of patient symptoms to determine the appropriate level of care needed.
- Offer accurate and timely medical advice based on established protocols and guidelines (following the “gold standard” protocols of Schmidt/Thompson).
- Effectively triage patient calls and prioritize medical needs.
- Document patient interactions and assessments comprehensively and accurately.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers, including physicians and emergency services, to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Adhere to legal and ethical standards in providing telephonic medical advice.
- Use medical resources and databases to provide accurate and current information for patient care.
- Communicate clearly with patients to ensure they understand and follow medical advice and instructions.
- Adapt to various telephonic medical scenarios and manage patient concerns effectively.
- Engage in ongoing training and education to stay updated with medical protocols and best practices.
- Maintain professionalism and empathy in all patient interactions.
- Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- State of Illinois License required or willingness to obtain promptly.
- Compact State Licensure required or willingness to obtain promptly.
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in an emergency or urgent care setting.
- Proven experience in triage nursing or telephone triage.
- Strong understanding of medical terminology and healthcare processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to accurately and efficiently assess and prioritize patient needs.
- Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) and telephonic communication systems.
- Critical thinking and decision-making skills in high-pressure situations.
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment.
- Knowledge of and adherence to legal and ethical standards in telephonic medical advice.
- Commitment to providing exceptional patient care and support.
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays (with a focus on filling the 12am - 8am shifts).
- Ability to multitask and manage telephonic nursing responsibilities effectively.
- Willingness to undergo background checks and clearances for remote nursing practice.
- Full-time (32 hours/week) and Part-time (minimum 15 hours/week) positions available.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$132k-197k (estimate)
POST DATE
09/09/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
10/03/2024
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