Triage and Advice Registered Nurse - Remote

STRIDE Community Health Center; Wheat Ridge (CO); Remote; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization seeks a Triage and Advice Registered Nurse to perform telephone triage and manage medication refill requests. This remote role requires an active RN license in Colorado and offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. Ideal candidates are compassionate and ready to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with matching

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME)

Qualifications

• Required 2 years of full-time experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital or community health setting.
• Strongly preferred: Previous experience performing Triage and Advice Nurse duties.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient conditions and gives clinical direction.
• Responds to incoming calls and triages appropriately.
• Documents patient care delivery timely.

Skills

Communication

Clinical Judgment

Compassion

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Registered Nursing

Job description

Triage and Advice Registered Nurse - Remote

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Who we are:

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare—we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we offer comprehensive services—including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach—across our 13 clinics in the Denver Metro area.

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Who we are:

At STRIDE Community Health Center, we’re dedicated to more than just providing healthcare—we’re committed to making a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. As one of Colorado’s largest Federally Qualified Health Centers, we offer comprehensive services—including primary care, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, health education, and outreach—across our 13 clinics in the Denver Metro area.

With over 35 years of serving our community, our growing team is at the heart of this mission. We believe healthcare is about more than treating illness; it's about fostering wellness and addressing the unique needs of every person, ensuring that no one is left behind. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are ready for a career that transforms lives—including your own—STRIDE is the place for you.

General Purpose: Under general supervision, the Triage and Advice Registered Nurse (TARN) performs telephone triage and processes medication refill requests in accordance with acceptable nursing standards and organization policies and procedures.

This position will primarily work remotely from home; however, training will be held onsite, and continuing education will be held onsite as needed. STRIDE reserves the right to eliminate remote work arrangements and require staff to work at a STRIDE location. Applicants must reside in Colorado.

Essential Duties/Position Responsibilities

• Assesses patient condition/symptoms and gives appropriate clinical direction, education, and recommendation(s) for disposition.
• Responds to incoming calls in a timely, professional manner and triages (as appropriate) to address and/or support the needs of the caller.
• Assesses needs using standard evidenced based protocols for triage, offers clinical recommendations, as well as referrals to health care providers, services and community resources using telephone and information system technologies.
• Utilizes standardized protocols for medication management, prescription refills, and prior authorizations.
• Schedules appointments.
• Advises appropriate disposition for guideline selection for patient/caller.
• Demonstrates the ability to adjust (override) the disposition according to the unique needs/situation of the patient/caller and using appropriate Nursing Judgment.
• Integrates quality improvement activities into practice.
• Assists in identifying ways to promote quality care and in collecting data needed to promote process and operational improvements.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with Federal and State law and organization policies.
• Document all patient care delivery in an accurate and timely manner.
• Meets Key Performance Indicators including quantitative and qualitative expectations for call and medication refills. For example, meeting call and refill volume targets, timely turnaround standards, and successful periodic peer review.
• Other duties as required.
  
  

Requirements

What you bring:

Values

Integrity: Doing the right thing even when no one is watching.

Compassion: Meeting patients where they are with empathy.

Accountability: Following through on our commitments.

Respect: Valuing human dignity.

Excellence: Embracing a growth mindset and striving for continuous improvement.

Education And Experience

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Registered Nursing from an accredited school or training program.
• Required: 2 years of full-time experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital or community health setting.
• Preferred: Previous home health or ambulatory care nursing experience.
• Preferred: Previous experience in an Emergency Department.
• Strongly Preferred: Previous experience performing Triage and Advice Nurse duties.
  
  

Certificates, Licenses, and Registration

• An active, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the State of Colorado or appropriate compact licensing arrangement.
  
  

Skills & Expertise

• Knowledge of age-appropriate triage and treatment dispositions from newborn to Adult, including OB and through use of language interpretation services.
• Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations required.
• Ability to apply nursing principles, practices and techniques required.
• Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in selecting proper treatment required.
• Ability to use computers and computer systems required.
• Bilingual skills preferred.
• Computer skills required.
  
  

Working Environment and Physical Activities: The work environment characteristics, physical and mental demands described here represent the typical conditions encountered while performing the essential functions of this role on a regular and consistent basis. Physically, the position requires the ability to lift 21–40 lbs (medium weight). The role also involves activities such as talking, hearing, sitting, standing, walking over distance, and climbing stairs. Mentally, the role demands skills in comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, synthesizing, communicating, instructing, and demonstrating strong interpersonal behaviors.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

This position requires candidates to be located in Colorado or in the process of relocating.

We offer a competitive annual salary range of $72,000 - $90,000 depending on your experience.

This range reflects STRIDE’s good faith estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting. The final salary for the selected candidate will be determined based on several factors, including experience, education, budget, internal equity, specialty, and training.

Why STRIDE?

Benefits

Join us for a fulfilling career with a comprehensive full-time benefits package that promotes professional growth, well-being, and financial security, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent care options
• 401(k) with matching
• Work-life balance
• NHSC Loan Repayment
• Tuition reimbursement and/or Continuing Medical Education (CME)
• No nights, weekends, or major holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts on top attractions, hotels, more
  
  

STRIDE conducts background checks, including criminal history, education, license and certification.

STRIDE is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

STRIDE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act, providing reasonable accommodations as needed.

Health And Safety Commitment

To ensure the safety of our patients, staff, and communities, all new hires at STRIDE must receive an annual flu shot or provide an exemption, as well as undergo tuberculosis screening and testing.

Application submission closing date: 07/11/2025

Salary Description

$72,000 - $96,000

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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