Surgery / Triage Nurse

OrthoArizona; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical options

Health Savings Account

Dental & Vision

401(k)

Pet insurance

ID Theft protection

Job summary

OrthoArizona is seeking a Surgery/Triage Nurse to join our large, private orthopedic practice in Arizona. You will observe and document patient conditions, screen for medical history, and communicate pre- and post-operative care instructions.

You will triage calls, arrange admissions, and update care plans in the EMR. The role requires knowledge of orthopedic procedures, CPR certification, and a current Arizona nursing license.

Qualifications

• Graduation from accredited nursing program (RN or LPN).
• Active Arizona nursing license in good standing.
• Maintain CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Observe, record, and report patient condition.
• Screen patients for medical history information.
• Instruct on pre- and post-operative care.
• Arrange admission to hospital or care facility.
• Triage incoming patient calls and determine urgency.
• Educate patient and family on medications and treatment plans.

Skills

Communication

EMR proficiency

Orthopedic knowledge

CPR certification

Education

RN/LPN license

Tools

ModMed

Job description

About OrthoArizona:

At OrthoArizona, we are bringing the best together. Our organization was created to help serve ALL orthopedic and sports medicine needs throughout the Valley! We have a wide range of orthopedic surgeons and mid-level providers including physical and occupational therapists.

Surgery/Triage Nurse

About OrthoArizona:

At OrthoArizona, we are bringing the best together. Our organization was created to help serve ALL orthopedic and sports medicine needs throughout the Valley! We have a wide range of orthopedic surgeons and mid-level providers including physical and occupational therapists.

Today we are one of Arizona’s largest privately owned and most comprehensive orthopedic practices with more than 75 locally and nationally renowned providers across 30 locations, in addition to in house state of the art MRI capabilities. At OrthoArizona we are committed to best-in-class patient care, being a pioneer in research and technology, and most importantly, rewarding and recognizing our employees.

As a Surgery/Triage Nurse with OrthoArizona, you will get to:

• Observe, record, and report patient condition.
• Screen patients for appropriate medical history information.
• Communicate instruction for pre- and post-operative care.
• Arrange for patient admission to hospital or other care facility.
• Perform triage for incoming patient calls.
• Instruct patient and family regarding medication and treatment plan instructions.
• Formulate and update patient care plans in the EMR.
• Order, prepare, and inspect patient pre-operative testing.
• Communicate any pre-operative results to physician.
• Provide monitoring of patient progress between Physician or PA visits.
• Assist all staff with clinical patient care issues.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of computer programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of orthopedic examination, diagnostic, and medical procedures.
• Knowledge of medication.
• Understand/Perform training on EMR software
• Continue to expand knowledge of EMR software as updates occur.
• Follow all Standard Operating Procedures.
• Knowledge of ModMed highly preferred.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from accredited school of nursing as RN or Practical Nursing (RN/LPN).
• Active and in good standing Arizona State Nursing Licensure.
• Maintain CPR certification.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a healthcare or surgical setting.

Full Time Benefits:

• Robust paid time off package including, sick time, holidays, & paid time off!
• Medical with multiple different plan options.
• Health Savings account + company contributions.
• Dental & Vision insurance.
• 401(k)
• Pet insurance.
• ID Theft protection & Legal assistance.