Palliative Care RN | Care Coordinator & Triage

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Louisiana is seeking registered nurses or licensed practical nurses to coordinate patient care and triage calls for palliative services. The role acts as a liaison among physicians, patients, and staff, handling medication orders and nursing duties as needed.

Ideal candidates will hold an active LA BON license and have experience in oncology, infusion, or hospice, with strong knowledge of pain management and patient care coordination.

Qualifications

• RN or LPN license issued by Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
• Phone triage experience preferred.
• Oncology, Infusion and/or Hospice experience preferred.
• Knowledge of pain management, oncology nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Triage patient calls.
• Coordinate patient care and patient documents.
• Medication orders.
• Perform nursing duties.
• Serve as resource for all staff.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Education

RN or LPN license (LA BON)

Job description

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Louisiana is seeking registered nurses or licensed practical nurses to coordinate patient care and triage calls for palliative services. The role acts as a liaison among physicians, patients, and staff, handling medication orders and nursing duties as needed.

Ideal candidates will hold an active LA BON license and have experience in oncology, infusion, or hospice, with strong knowledge of pain management and patient care coordination.