RN Triage - Pediatrics

Edward Elmhurst Health; Elmhurst, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program

HSA Options

Retirement Match

Paid Time Off

Community Involvement

Job summary

Edward Elmhurst Health is seeking an RN Triage – Pediatrics in Elmhurst, IL. This full-time role (36 hours per week) focuses on telephone triage, patient education, and coordinating care through MyChart and the EMR system.

The position requires an Illinois RN license, BLS, and ideally 1 year of telephone triage experience. Competitive hourly pay range and comprehensive benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• RN license in Illinois
• BLS CPR certification
• 1 year of telephone triage experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Review patient voicemails and advise on appropriate level of care
• Conduct telephone assessments using nursing skills and provide instructions
• Use teach-back to confirm patient understanding and relay information to clinicians
• Identify high-risk symptoms and direct to emergency department when needed
• Schedule follow-up or on-site visits as appropriate
• Prepare patients for exams and assist with procedures as needed

Skills

Telephone triage

Nursing assessment

Patient communication

EMR usage (MyChart)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science

Tools

MyChart EMR

Job description

## RN Triage - PediatricsApply: EMH Center For Health Building Elmhurst: Full time: Posted Today: R46600**Hourly Pay Range:**$35.15 - $54.48 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.**Position Highlights:*** Position: RN Triage – Pediatrics* Location: 1200 S York Rd, Elmhurst* Full time 36 hours* Hours: M-TH 8-8 FRI- 8-5 SAT 8-11-2 evenings and 1-2 Saturdays* Required Travel: No**What you will do:*** Reviews patient voicemails and talks directly to patients on the telephone or via Mychart and directs patients to appropriate level of care (emergency department, urgent care centers, physician office) per protocol or provides appropriate home medical advice.* Conducts patient telephone assessment utilizing nursing skills to determine problems, intervening according to the patients need and gives instructions to patient/caregiver. Evaluates patient’s and caregiver’s understanding of instructions using teach-back methodology and conveys related information and issues to appropriate clinical staff by telephone or by utilizing the EMR.* Sends patients with high-risk chief complaints such as chest pain, abdominal pain, or severe headaches, signs and symptoms of stroke to emergency department immediately,* Arranges appointments for patients who do not need to go to emergency department but need to see a physician.* Escorts patients to examination rooms, obtains and electronically records vital signs, reason for visit and other patient data. Makes patient comfortable while waiting for provider.* Prepares patient for exam and/or procedure. Sets up room with necessary equipment.* Performs all immunizations and assists with diagnostic and other in office procedures (i.e., colposcopy, LEEP, ESSURE, ablation, lab tests, venipuncture, specimen collection, etc.).**What you will need:*** Bachelors Degree Science - Preferred* 1 Year of telephone triage experience preferred, preferably in medical practice setting - Preferred* Registered Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Current State of Illinois Registered Nurse licensure - Required* CPR BLS issued by American Heart Association - Required**Benefits (For full time or part time positions)*** Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development* Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options* Tuition Reimbursement* Free Parking at designated locations* Wellness Program Savings Plan* Health Savings Account Options* Retirement Options with Company Match* Paid Time Off* Community Involvement OpportunitiesEndeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.