Ambulatory Nurse: Triage, Care Coordination & Education

Atlantic Health System; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System in Summit, New Jersey seeks an experienced nurse to conduct telephone and in-office triage, assess patient symptoms, prioritize care needs, and provide appropriate guidance.

You will collaborate with physicians and providers to support clinical decision-making, communicate with patients and families, document care in the EMR, and participate in shared governance to improve patient safety and quality of care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct telephone and in-office triage, assessing patient symptoms, prioritizing care needs, and providing appropriate guidance.
• Collaborate closely with physicians and providers to support clinical decision-making and coordinate patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families, including answering clinical messages, providing education, and relaying provider instructions.
• Collect, assess, and evaluate patient health data to develop and implement care plans.
• Ensure care is delivered in accordance with the NJ Nurse Practice Act and established protocols.
• Utilize EMR and other systems to document care accurately and efficiently.
• Participate in shared governance and contribute to process improvements focused on patient safety, quality, and efficiency.

Job description

Atlantic Health System in Summit, New Jersey seeks an experienced nurse to conduct telephone and in-office triage, assess patient symptoms, prioritize care needs, and provide appropriate guidance.

You will collaborate with physicians and providers to support clinical decision-making, communicate with patients and families, document care in the EMR, and participate in shared governance to improve patient safety and quality of care.