TRIAGE NURSE (RN'S ONLY) NEEDED TO WORK FROM HOME

Austin Regional Clinic Nursing PositionAustin Regional Clinic has been voted a top Central Texas employer by our employees for over 15 years! We are one of central Texas' largest professional medical groups with 35+ locations and we are continuing to grow.Under general supervision, provides routine nursing care via telephone within the limits of nursing knowledge, education, licensure, experience and ethical, legal standards of care. Assesses and prioritizes medical needs via telephone and directs patients to appropriate and necessary care.Calls pharmacy with prescription refills as prescribed by and under the direction of the physician.Documents symptoms/complaints, nursing assessment, advice and patient/caller response.Follows policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure consistency and departmental effectiveness as well as improve health care outcomes of patients/callers and their access to appropriate health care.Collects data and make assessments, develops a working diagnosis, determines interventions and disposition per guidelines.Demonstrates best practices and quality care.Teaches and counsels patients and families concerning health assessment and care including prevention of disease and health maintenance.Accurately and completely reports and documents status, care rendered, response to care, provider orders, contacts with patient and/or other healthcare providers.Participates in orienting, training, and guiding team members.Adheres to all company policies, including but not limited to, OSHA, HIPAA, compliance and Code of Conduct.Regular and dependable attendance due to teamwork, face to face interaction with patients and/or working with equipment.Works holiday shift(s) as required by Company policy.Qualifications:Education and Experience:Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.Experience: Required: One (1) or more years of RN experience or one (1) or more years of nursing experience working in triage. Preferred: Telephone triage experience. Previous experience in an ambulatory, hospital, or home health setting. Bilingual in English and Spanish.Knowledge of all activities associated with the delivery of quality nursing practices and duties assigned to this role.Skill in nursing practices within the scope of responsibilities assigned to this role.Ability to manage multiple nursing activities simultaneously with frequent interruptions in a fast-paced environment.Ability to utilize computer software and associated programs to triage and send reports to appropriate agencies or clinics.Ability to use nursing judgment as an adjunct to the computer Software Program to reach appropriate dispositions and care advice.Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.Ability to apply nursing principles, practices and techniques.Ability to demonstrate personal responsibility and accountability and reflect a positive image in dress and demeanor.Skill at finding and providing solutions that are customized to meet customers' needs and concerns.Ability to readily learn and apply information technology applications and take responsibility for updating skills.Excellent computer and keyboarding skills, including familiarity with Windows.Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Texas. Required to maintain a current registered nursing license during employment.Work Schedule: Monday - Friday: 8:30am-5:30pm, WFH after 90day training/evaluation periodWork Location: Training and orientation at our Administrative facility. Work-from-home opportunities after ~90 days. Must reside in Texas and be willing to attend on-site training and occasional in-person department meetings in Austin, TX.