Triage Nurse

Triage Nurse (RN)The Triage Nurse (RN) assesses patients' health problems and needs, develops and executes nursing care plans, and assists in maintenance of patient medical records. The Triage Nurse (RN) work assignments are varied and frequently require interpretation and independent determination of the appropriate courses of action.Under the general supervision of clinic providers, is responsible for the medical care support of urgent care patients, including triaging patients, taking medical histories, and/or performing lab work. The Triage Nurse (RN) supports the above functions in either a clinic-based or telephonic environment. The Triage Nurse (RN) understands department, segment, and organizational strategy and operating objectives, including their linkages to related areas. Makes decisions regarding own work methods, occasionally in ambiguous situations, and requires minimal direction and receives guidance where needed. Follows established guidelines/procedures.Essential FunctionsIdentifies patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families.Responsible for evaluation of patients with ambulatory diagnoses as well as possible acute conditions. The triage nurse will work in partnership with the center's mid-levels and PCPs.In consultation with the center's mid-levels and / or PCPs the triage nurse will initiate treatment, if necessary, for common ambulatory diagnoses.Promotes patient's independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient, friends, and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions.Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards; making or recommending necessary adjustments; following hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations.Resolves patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies.Work in other duties as assignedRequired Qualifications2 to 5 years of Urgent Care / Emergency Room experienceBilingual in English and SpanishStarting an IV and initiating IV fluidsGive InjectionsSimple wound careInsert a foley catheter if appropriateAdminister aerosol treatmentsPerform EKGsGood communication skillsWorks well in a team of healthcare providers.Associates Nursing DegreeNursing DiplomaPreferred QualificationsBachelor of Science Degree in NursingTriage Nurse [RN] Working hours:Monday to Friday 8AM-5PMScheduled 40 hours per weekLocal travel may be required; Mileage is reimbursed** PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ATTACH YOUR RESUME TO YOUR APPLICATION (PDF or Word format) **Scheduled Weekly Hours40Pay Range$71,100 - $97,800 per yearThis job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.Description of BenefitsHumana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, "Humana") offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.About UsAbout CenterWell Senior Primary Care: CenterWell Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors, including wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, minor injury treatment and more. Our unique care model focuses on personalized experiences, taking time to listen, learn and address the factors that impact patient well-being. Our integrated care teams, which include physicians, nurses, behavioral health specialists and more, spend up to 50 percent more time with patients, providing compassionate, personalized care that brings better health outcomes. We go beyond physical health by also addressing other factors that can impact a patient's well-being.About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell is a leading healthcare services business focused on creating integrated and differentiated experiences that put our patients at the center of everything we do. The result is high-quality healthcare that is accessible, comprehensive and, most of all, personalized. As the largest provider of senior-focused primary care, a leading provider of home healthcare and a leading integrated home delivery, specialty, hospice and retail pharmacy, CenterWell is focused on whole health and addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. CenterWell is part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM). Learn more about what we offer at CenterWell.com.Equal Opportunity EmployerIt is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. 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