After-Hours RN On-Call: Triage & Patient Care

ADP, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Peachtree Orthopedics is seeking a Registered Nurse On Call to provide after-hours clinical coverage for patients through the answering service. The role involves triaging concerns, documenting calls, and communicating actions to the on-call physician to ensure safe, timely care outside of normal hours.

Responsibilities include after-hours coverage, clinical direction based on protocols, and maintaining confidentiality in line with organizational policies.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret patient charts and reports.
• Ability to write clear documentation and business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from patients/family members and staff.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as weight, height, and medication dosing.

Responsibilities

• Provide after-hours coverage for calls routed through the answering service.
• Triage patient concerns and provide appropriate clinical direction based on symptoms and protocols.
• Document calls and guidance provided for clinical issues.
• Communicate actions and relevant clinical information to the on-call physician.
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with policies and standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical triage

Patient communication

Chart documentation

Vital signs assessment

After-hours care

Education

RN licensure

BLS certification

Tools

Athena EMR

MS Word

Job description

Peachtree Orthopedics is seeking a Registered Nurse On Call to provide after-hours clinical coverage for patients through the answering service. The role involves triaging concerns, documenting calls, and communicating actions to the on-call physician to ensure safe, timely care outside of normal hours.

Responsibilities include after-hours coverage, clinical direction based on protocols, and maintaining confidentiality in line with organizational policies.