Registered Nurse Triage Nurse VNA Per Diem

Triage Nurse

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager – Extended Hours, assists with the direct supervision of extended hours and per visit nurses in the Braintree and Hanover Offices, as well as assigned clerical staff. Provides direct patient care as necessary.

Compensation Pay Range: $53.58 - $53.58

Responsibilities include scheduling and prioritizing eve/weekend/holiday nursing visits according to patient acuity and the most appropriate nurses on each shift. Assists in providing direct clinical supervision to weekend and per visit nurses. Receives new patient referral information, on the eve/ weekend/holiday shift, completing the referral through appropriate inquiry and identification of patient needs. Communicates and collaborates with other members of the healthcare provider team, as needed on the weekend/holiday shift, to obtain and clarify orders or to discuss changes in the patient condition. When the nurse to patient visit ratio exceeds accepted Agency standards, and no further nursing coverage can be obtained, will provide direct care to patients. Maintains current knowledge of nursing practice by attendance at in-service and participation in seminars and courses to increase knowledge of community health nursing. Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices. Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. Employs expertise as a role model, preceptor and/or coach. Participates in educational opportunities to develop and maintain specialized clinical skills.

Minimum Education: Graduate of an NLN approved school of nursing. Equivalent to a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing in an NLN–approved school of nursing preferred.

Minimum Work Experience: Requires two (2) years of acute care experience. Two years of community health nursing experience preferred. Read, write and speak English. Current valid Drivers Liscence. Excellent assessment skills. Homecare experience a plus.