What are the responsibilities and job description for the Triage RN position at Crouse Hospital?
Why Crouse Medical Practice?
At Crouse Medical Practice, our focus is on improving the lives of our patients. This focus is what drives us to recruit the best employees to support our patients. Our practice fosters an inclusive environment that prioritizes work-life balance, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds to join our close-knit work family.
Come join our work family!! ** $3000 sign-on bonus!!
Here’s what we offer:
- Monday-Friday work week with no mandatory overtime
- Supportive team environment
- Competitive starting rates based on experience
- Annual salary increases
- Opportunities for professional growth & stability within a fast growing Medical Practice
- Longevity and consistency of management
- Perfect attendance award
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Employee referral program
- Affiliation with Crouse Hospital
Other benefits include: Generous Health/Dental/Vision & Life insurance, Flexible spending account or Health savings account – available first of the month following your date of hire, Employee assistance program,15 days of paid time-off within first year of employment, 7 paid holidays annually, and a 401k with 4% employer match
Position Description:
The Triage Registered Nurse (RN) will provide assistance and consultation with patients over the phone to assess the severity of the patient’s related health concerns using proper protocol. Works with the physicians, managers and staff to promote quality and cost-effective daily operations. Establishes and maintains good interpersonal relationships with patients, their families, the public and co-workers. This position works collaboratively with all other staff to assist the patient and facilitate successful patient interaction with the practice team. This position reflects and carries forward the mission and goals of the practice both internally and throughout the community.
Requirements:
- Education/Certification/Licensure
- Current Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York.
- Current Basic Life Support certification.
- Triage Experience
- Experience/Skills/Proficiencies:
- Bachelor’s Degree of Nursing from an accredited nursing school, preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology.
- Familiarity with health care systems, regulations, policies, and functions.
- Understanding of documentation standards.
- Knowledge of equipment, supplies, and materials needed for medical treatment.
- Works well in a team setting and demonstrates strong cooperation skills.
- Skill in reading and following written and oral medical orders.
- Skill in initiating appropriate emergency procedures.
- Skill in handling a number of tasks simultaneously.
- Experience in a physician office, preferred.
Pay Range: $56,000 - $75,000 DOE
Salary : $56,000 - $75,000
