Ambulatory Triage Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatrics, Per Diem

Job description

Overview The RN Phone Triage responds to inquiries from the general public, medical providers, patients & families, community partners and stakeholders. Timely and accurate information collection, appropriate care advice and dispositioning are essential. Responsibilities: - Provide timely and appropriate triage of phone calls including care advice and recommendations per protocols - Perform detailed evaluation of patient symptoms and provide appropriate medical advice on treating symptoms and/or recommendations for escalating treatment via telephone using protocols - Complete all required paperwork and documents care rendered in all appropriate locations that is clear and concise for providers. - Book same day appointments into practice specific schedules per protocols - Follow established procedures and protocols, and completes accurate and efficient documentation for each telephone triage encounter using appropriate internal and external resources. - Become well versed in all policies, procedures, and guidance that New London Hospital has put forth - Participate in routine meetings to keep up to date on any changes in policy, procedure, or outbreaks - Escalate any potential probl...