Triage RN Position Available In Madison, North Carolina

Triage

RN 2.6 2.6

out of 5 stars 590 Medical Park Drive, Marshall, NC 28753 The RN Triage Nurse is the main link between the patients and the Provider. The RN Triage Nurse provides care and related services to patients in the medical centers. They offer services that reflect the Mission, standards, and philosophy of the Hot Springs Health Program. This is an in-person position.

Essential Job Duties:

Talks directly to patients on the phone and in person and directs them to the appropriate place based on their current situation. Performs short evaluations of the patient’s situation to estimate the severity of illness and/or injury, including learning about chief complaints and, as much as possible, obtaining vital signs and pertinent observations of the patient. Determines urgency of seeing the patient based on brief assessment and on familiarity with a patient’s condition and history. Confers with Provider. Sends those with high-risk chief complaints, such as chest pain and abdominal pain, to the ER immediately or arranges for an ambulance. Sets up appointment for patients who do not need to go to ER but need to see a Provider, or arranges for a Front Desk Receptionist to make the appointment. Follow all OSHA, HIPAA, radiation, and safety procedures. Display a courteous, empathetic, and respectful attitude. Demonstrate proficiency in taking vital signs, phlebotomy, and in administering injections. Accurately document medications/injections in health maintenance and NCIR. Accurately collect and process lab samples. Provide patient education if appropriate and as directed. Provide timely and accurate documentation.

Education and Experience:

Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and currently holding an RN license in the State of North Carolina.

Experience:

Minimum of one (1) year triage experience preferred.

Other:

Valid N.C. Driver’s License, proof of auto liability insurance, and dependable transportation.