Triage Nurse (LPN or RN)

Well Care Community Health, Inc.; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid PTO and Major Holidays

Job summary

Well Care Community Health, Inc. is seeking an RN or LPN to assess and stabilize patients, prioritize care, and coordinate with providers. The role requires a current Indiana license and focuses on compassionate, efficient patient care.

The position offers 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 8–5, with paid PTO and major holidays. Salary is negotiable, reflecting experience and credentials. A supportive team environment and opportunities for ongoing professional development are presented.

Qualifications

• Assess patients' medical conditions via phone or in-person consultations.
• Prioritize treatment based on severity and medical history.
• Document patient interactions and maintain medical records.
• Provide medical advice within RN/LPN scope.
• Coordinate referrals with healthcare providers.
• Perform basic nursing duties such as wound care, administering medications, and monitoring vital signs.
• Educate patients on self-care practices and preventative health measures.
• Manage patient follow-ups and continuity of care.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe healthcare environment.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' medical conditions via phone or in-person consultations.
• Prioritize patient treatment based on the severity of symptoms and medical history.
• Document patient interactions and maintain accurate medical records.
• Provide medical advice and guidance within scope of LPN/RN practice.
• Coordinate with healthcare providers to ensure timely patient referrals.
• Perform basic nursing duties such as wound care, administering medications, and monitoring vital signs.
• Educate patients on self-care practices and preventative health measures.
• Manage patient follow-ups and provide continuity of care.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe healthcare environment.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Skills

Patient assessment

Triage & prioritization

Nursing care

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Medical documentation

Patient education

Care coordination

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

ASN/ADN nursing degree

LPN program completion

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Job description

Principal Function:

This role requires a unique set of skills and personality traits to assess, prioritize, and stabilize patients' needs quickly and accurately by providing appropriate health care and instructions to patients. Must possess comprehensive knowledge of medical procedures, as well as an incredible level of compassion and empathy. Will need to display a friendly, open demeaner and the willingness to tackle difficult decisions and urgent situations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• 1. Assess patients' medical conditions vis phone or in-person consultations.
• 2. Prioritize patient treatment based on the severity of symptoms and medical history.
• 3. Documents patient interactions and maintain accurate medical records.
• 4. Provide medical advice and guidance within scope of LPN or RN practice.
• 5. Coordinate with healthcare providers to ensure timely patient referrals.
• 6. Perform basic nursing duties such as wound care, administering medications, and monitoring vital signs.
• 7. Educate patients on self-care practices and preventative health measures.
• 8. Manage patient follow-ups and provide continuity of care.
• 9. Assist in maintain a clean and safe healthcare environment.
• 10. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• 11. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job may have supervisory responsibilities.

Education and /or Experience:

For RN Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree of Nursing (ADN) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or one-year related experience and /or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Previous experience in a health-related environment is desired.

For LPN 12-18 months completion of state approved practical Nursing program.

Location and Working Hours:

Current Indiana license for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN)

Salary negotiable.

• Paid PTO and Major Holidays

40 hours per week Monday-Friday 8-5