Disaster-Response RN Triage Nurse (12h Shifts, On-Call)

International SOS Government Medical Services; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Job summary

International SOS Government Medical Services is seeking an RN Triage Nurse in Sarasota, Florida. This crucial role involves providing care to special needs populations post-disaster. The Triage Nurse evaluates incoming patients, prioritizes care, and provides appropriate medical treatments. Candidates must hold a current Florida nursing license and have strong communication and critical thinking skills. The position offers comprehensive benefits and requires commitment to the mission until operational completion.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program for Registered Nurses.
• Minimum one year of professional experience in a hospital, medical office or residential setting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate incoming patients to determine the severity of their condition.
• Prioritize patients based on needs to ensure immediate attention.
• Participate in operations of the shelter.
• Coordinate transfer of patients if required.
• Assess all citizens upon entry into shelter.
• Annotate patients’ arrival to shelter.
• Determine if patient requires higher level of care.
• Provide appropriate medical care within scope.
• Communicate with patients, families and other healthcare providers.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Critical thinking skills

Cultural competency

Integrity and honesty

Experience with special needs populations

Education

Graduate from an associate's or baccalaureate nursing program

Minimum one year of professional experience as a licensed registered nurse

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft SharePoint

Job description

International SOS Government Medical Services is seeking an RN Triage Nurse in Sarasota, Florida. This crucial role involves providing care to special needs populations post-disaster. The Triage Nurse evaluates incoming patients, prioritizes care, and provides appropriate medical treatments. Candidates must hold a current Florida nursing license and have strong communication and critical thinking skills. The position offers comprehensive benefits and requires commitment to the mission until operational completion.