Pulmonology Triage RN (Day Shift) - Full Time

Nebraska Methodist Health System; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Methodist Health System in Omaha, NE seeks a Triage Nurse to provide telephone triage and support for patients, ensuring prompt identification of high-risk conditions. The role involves sorting and prioritizing patient needs, documenting assessments, and guiding patients according to provider instructions.

Responsibilities include patient education, coordination of care, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• RN license required.
• Minimum 1 year clinical experience.
• Current RN license (compact multistate) or temporary permit while awaiting licensure.
• BLS required within 3 months; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs telephone triage to determine patient needs and advises based on provider instructions.
• Receives and returns patient calls within 90 minutes based on medical priority.
• Maintains accurate patient condition records and communicates with providers.
• Educates patients and families on health topics as directed by providers.
• Shall coordinate care through referrals and document all interactions in charts.

Skills

Medical knowledge

Communication skills

Time management

HIPAA compliance

Patient education

Education

RN license

Job description

Nebraska Methodist Health System in Omaha, NE seeks a Triage Nurse to provide telephone triage and support for patients, ensuring prompt identification of high-risk conditions. The role involves sorting and prioritizing patient needs, documenting assessments, and guiding patients according to provider instructions.

Responsibilities include patient education, coordination of care, and maintaining accurate records.