RN Triage - Family Practice

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $33.96 - $52.64 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Position Highlights: Position: RN Triage – Family Practice Location: 1247 Rickert , Naperville: Part time 24 hours: Hours: Mon 8a-6p, Tue 8a-5:30p, Thur 11:30a-5p. 1 to 2 Sat per yr Required Travel: No: What you will do: Reviews patient voicemails and talks directly to patients on the telephone or via Mychart and directs patients to appropriate level of care (emergency department, urgent care centers, physician office) per protocol or provides appropriate home medical advice. Conducts patient telephone assessment utilizing nursing skills to determine problems, intervening according to the patients need and gives instructions to patient/caregiver. Evaluates patient’s and caregiver’s understanding of instructions using teach-back methodology and conveys related information and issues to appropriate clinical staff by telephone or by utilizing the EMR. Sends patients with high-risk chief complaints such as chest pain, abdominal pain, or severe headaches, signs and symptoms of stroke to emergency department immediately, Arranges appointme...