Remote Triage Registered Nurse- Nights/Weekends

Job Title
Registered Triage/Float Nurse I
Job Description
The Registered Triage/Float Nurse I will utilize the nursing process to provide direct and indirect patient care in the Primary Medical Clinic. This position has a strong focus on walk-in and telephone triage and allows for a large degree of autonomy. The Nurse in this position will work closely with another triage nurse, with a team of medical providers and psychiatrists, and with other nurses to facilitate patient flow and must be able to identify urgent/emergent situations. Therefore, strong physical assessment skills and triage knowledge is essential. Due to fluctuations in patient volume, cross-training in other areas of the clinic is mandatory. Responsibilities include but are not limited to obtaining patient history and physical assessment, wound care, IV therapy, assisting with minor surgical procedures and administration of medications, application of orthopedic devices, immunizations, and treatments. This position will also assist with training and on-boarding of new triage and float nurses. This position is designated as a remote essential role and requires availability during campus closures or emergencies. In such events, a dedicated team of medical professionals will be on standby to provide care through telehealth services, if deemed appropriate. All telehealth services will comply with Arkansas State Medical Board regulations and consider the nature of the medical issue, patient preference, and available resources. All staff are required to take their UA-issued laptops home nightly during the work week and each weekend to ensure continuity of care and access to telehealth services during unexpected closures. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

At least three years of registered nursing experience
Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited institution of higher education
Recent IV experience
Registered Nurse II - ($67,908)

~ All of the above plus Certifications from American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), including but not limited to Ambulatory Care Nursing, and/or specialized training in areas of healthcare such as college health, primary care, urgent care, or GYN/Women's Health, etc., held by the applicant beyond the basic Registered Nurse licensure that is relevant to the roles and responsibilities of the daily job duties of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited institution of higher education with at least five years of registered nursing experience
Certification in ambulatory care or telephone nursing practice
The ideal candidate will be a team player and will demonstrate outstanding customer service
Successful candidates will possess a wide range of nursing skills with a focus on patient assessment
Nursing experiences that include nurse triage in an emergency room or acute care setting
Previous experience in college health setting
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of psychiatric conditions and medications
Knowledge of wound assessment and care
Knowledge of infection control procedures and communicable diseases
Knowledge of adult immunizations
Excellent physical and assessment skills
Excellent communication skills (face to face and telephone)
Excellent IV skills
Able to communicate with a diverse patient population
Able to assist with office surgical procedures
Able to cross-train in all areas of the clinic
Able to apply removable orthopedic devices as well as custom splints/casts
Ability to work independently and follow protocols
Ability to provide patient education
Additional Information
Criminal Background Check Required
Sex Offender Registry Check Required
Drug Screen Required
Salary Information: $61,735 - $67,908 (Commensurate with education and experience)
Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information
Lisa Davis, RN, Director of View email address on click.appcast.io
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing