Pediatric Triage Nurse RN - Sign-On Bonus (On-Site)

Dovetail Health Inc.

Acton (MA)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 72,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Acton Medical Associates in Acton, MA is seeking a Pediatric Triage Nurse to join a on-site team providing care for patients. The role includes triaging over the telephone, guiding patients to appropriate care, and coordinating visits with physicians.

Responsibilities include teaching patients and families, documenting care in the EMR, refilling prescriptions, and supporting staff. Weekend rotation is required; sign-on bonus is offered for external candidates.

Qualifications

Graduate of approved nursing school.
Current Massachusetts nursing license.
BCLS.
Current CPR certification.
Knowledge of ambulatory care nursing for adult and/or pediatric illnesses.
Knowledge of EMR, scheduling and word processing software.

Responsibilities

Works full time, on site, to support the clinical operations of AMA-PC.
Triages patients over the telephone. Assesses and evaluates their concerns. This includes screening the illness, advising the patient in home self-care when appropriate and facilitating an office visit with physician when necessary.
Responsible to decide and coordinate timeliness of visit i.e., emergency room, urgent, this week, next week, etc.
Teaches patients (and parents/guardians/family members) about diagnosis, treatment, medications and diet.
Provides emotional support to patients and parents. Coordinates patients' needs with all other departments as needed.
Completes all required paperwork and documents care rendered in all appropriate locations.
Uses the electronic medical record to document patient care and to communicate with providers and other staff regarding same.
Refills patient prescriptions adhering to principles of safety and medical knowledge.
Responsible to assist staff members and to stay current with procedures, policies: and protocols.
Maintains patient confidentiality.
Acts as preceptor for new staff members and students.
Weekend rotation is required.