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Triage Nurse - Telephonic Care Specialist
$73k-105k (estimate)
Full Time
1 Week Ago
Get It Recruit - Healthcare is Hiring a Triage Nurse - Telephonic Care Specialist Near Los Angeles, CA
OverviewAs a Remote Nurse Triage professional, you will play a vital role in delivering accurate and timely medical advice to patients over the phone. This position is essential for ensuring that individuals receive the guidance and support they need, especially during emergencies or after-hours medical requests. Your responsibilities will include assessing patient symptoms, providing informed medical advice, and coordinating necessary care while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and patient care.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct telephonic assessments of patient symptoms to determine the appropriate level of care required.
- Provide accurate and timely medical advice to patients based on established protocols and guidelines, adhering to the “gold standard” triage protocols of Schmidt/Thompson.
- Effectively triage patient calls and prioritize medical needs.
- Document all patient interactions and assessments thoroughly and accurately.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers, including physicians and emergency services, to coordinate patient care seamlessly.
- Adhere to legal and ethical standards while providing telephonic medical advice and care.
- Utilize medical resources and databases to ensure that you provide accurate and up-to-date information for patient care.
- Communicate effectively with patients to ensure they understand and comply with medical advice and instructions.
- Adapt to various telephonic medical scenarios and manage patient concerns with empathy and professionalism.
- Participate in ongoing training and education to stay current with medical protocols and best practices.
- Maintain professionalism and compassion in all interactions with patients.
Required Qualifications
- Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Must have a State of Illinois License or be willing to apply promptly.
- Must have Compact State Licensure or be willing to apply 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 assess and prioritize patient needs accurately and efficiently.
- 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 (specifically looking to fill the 12 AM to 8 AM shifts).
- Ability to multitask and manage telephonic nursing responsibilities effectively.
- Willingness to undergo background checks and clearances for remote nursing practice.
- Full-time positions with benefits (32 hours/week)
- Part-time positions available (minimum 15 hours/week)
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$73k-105k (estimate)
POST DATE
09/08/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
10/05/2024
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