After Hours Triage Nurse

Rocky Mountain Health Care Services (RMHCS); Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Health Care Services (RMHCS) is seeking an After Hours Triage Nurse to provide professional nursing evaluations and prioritize treatment for participants. This entry-level position requires a Colorado Nurse License and relevant healthcare experience, ensuring quality care and effective communication with patients and families.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision care.

Wellness and Telemedicine Programs.

Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account.

Paid Time-Off plan.

Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance.

Qualifications

• Two years of health care experience required.
• Experience with a frail or elderly population preferred.
• Proficiency in electronic health records and computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and prioritize participant care based on urgency.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure proper treatment.
• Document patient progress and nursing procedures accurately.

Skills

Technical Expertise

Problem Solving

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Quality Focus

Education

Active, Unencumbered Colorado Nurse License

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program

Job description

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POSITION SUMMARY: The Triage Nurse will provide professional nursing evaluations, prioritize treatments according to the urgency of need, and initiate medical care to participants. Coordination of care will occur with collaboration from Rocky Mountain Health Care Services (RMHCS) program provider. The schedule available is Monday and Tuesday 5:30 PM to 8:30 AM, and is subject to change. An additional shift differential is also offered on top of the pay scale listed.

MISSION: Improving lives, Optimizing wellness, Promoting independence

Competencies

• Technical Expertise
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork
• Effective Communication
• Results Oriented
• Personal Credibility
• Quality Focus
• People Focus
• Flexibility
  
  

Responsibilities And Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Interviews participant and/or MDPOA to obtain medical histories and to make an accurate evaluation.
• Reviews chart for pertinent information
• Collaborates with provider to assist with appropriate treatment measure
• Assign triage priority based on observations and available information.
• Utilize Clear Triage for every triage visit copy/paste note into participant chart
• Initiates therapeutic measures as indicated by standing protocols and direction from RMHCS program provider.
• Calls for crisis intervention if appropriate.
• Evaluate if participant is necessary for Same Day Clinic visit with provider
• Communicates and acts as liaison with patients, family, and health professionals in a manner that respects confidentiality and dignity.
• Coordinates the needs of the patient with supporting departments and assists in solving problems related to the welfare of participant and staff.
• Charts concisely, descriptively, and legibly indicating patient’s progress or lack of progress immediately after triage completed or at earliest convenience and always same day of triage.
• Performs nursing procedures safely and efficiently.
• Demonstrates understanding of and adheres to the infection control, sanitation and patient safety and confidentiality protocols.
• Demonstrates compliance with exiting standards and policies.
• Participates in mandatory in-services.
• Assist with administration of vaccinations when needed
• Maintain monthly oxygen report and notify provider if orders do not exist or do not match (Day Center triage only).
• Other duties as assigned
• ORGANIZATIONAL (CORE RATING FACTORS):
• Demonstrates support of the Company’s Mission, Vision and Core Values
• Provides Exceptional Customer Service
• Ensures discretion with confidential information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
• Supports a collaborative work environment including courteous, helpful and professional behavior
• Embraces Organizational Excellence through practicing individual time management, efficiency and effectiveness and participating in continuous improvement efforts
• Adheres to and supports all Company policies and procedures
• Supports and practices safe work habits in accordance with policies and procedures
• Brings ideas, problems and concerns forward and participates in resolution and implementation
• Participates in and completes regulatory compliance trainings within the prescribed deadlines
• Attends required meetings
• Maintains skills and knowledge required including written and verbal communication, best practices for industry standards, and computer competency
• Possess an active, Unencumbered Colorado Nurse License
• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program and licensed as a professional in the State of Colorado is required
• Two years of health care experience in hospital, long-term or home health care setting required
• One year of experience with a frail or elderly population is preferred
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate the ability to interact clearly and effectively with both internal and external customers
• Must be efficient with computer applications such as email, navigating the internet, using electronic timekeeping, and Electronic Health Records
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of practical nursing to provide on-going care for participants
• Ability to perform phlebotomy functions.
  
  

This ad will be listed for a minimum of 3 days and is expected to close on August 30th, or as soon as the top candidate is selected.

We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package including Medical and Prescription Drug, One Medical, Dental, Vision Care, Wellness Program, Telemedicine Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Company Paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Company Paid Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Accidental Injury Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, 403(b) Savings Plan, Legal Shield and IDShield, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Time-Off plan. Such benefits are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or PRN/casual), job grade and length of service.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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