Registered Nurse-Primary Care-Ambulatory Triage

Indiana University Health System•Mitchell, KS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Indiana University Health is seeking an expert Registered Nurse for the Mitchell Primary Care team. The role supports an adult primary care population and works closely with providers in a community-based clinic setting. The nurse performs telephone triage and patient assessments, manages incoming calls and message pools, coordinates patient communication and follow-up, and assists with rooming patients as needed. The position offers a consistent daytime schedule with a four-day work week and Fridays off. The ideal candidate is clinically confident, comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, and enjoys building relationships with patients and collaborating with a close-knit care team.

Requirements

Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
Associate of Nursing (ASN).
Graduation from a nationally accredited nursing program.
Active Registered Nurse license in Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
Knowledge of procedures for performing functions appropriate to the specific clinical area.
Familiarity with designated equipment and supplies.
Ability to coordinate multiple functions for a group of patients effectively and in a timely manner.
Awareness and understanding of the legal implications of patient care activities and performance as a Registered Nurse.
Ability to assess patients without face-to-face interaction.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Nursing (BSN).
Two years of experience in an ambulatory setting.
Ambulatory, emergency department triage, or primary care nursing experience.

Responsibilities

Perform telephone triage and assess patients, including without face-to-face interaction.
Manage incoming calls and message pools.
Coordinate patient communication and follow-up.
Assist with rooming patients as needed.
Coordinate multiple functions for a group of patients effectively and in a timely manner.
Perform nursing functions appropriate to the clinical area while understanding the legal implications of patient care activities.