RN Triage

Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute•Bradenton, FL

About The Position

A Triage Nurse is a registered nurse with oncology-specific clinical knowledge who provides individualized care and clinical guidance to patients, families, and caregivers. Under general supervision and in accordance with established policies, procedures, and professional guidelines, the nurse triages oncology patient calls and helps address ongoing healthcare needs related to treatment, surgery, and appointments. The role includes symptom management, care coordination, patient education, and clinical support for complex or high-risk patients. The nurse works with physicians, advanced practice providers, and the multidisciplinary cancer care team to support timely, patient-centered care and help minimize emergency department visits and inpatient readmissions. The position may also provide coverage for the infusion floor or shot room as needed. The job is located at the Bradenton Cancer Center. The description also identifies the position as operating in a remote work environment with a virtual team. Employment offers are contingent on background screening; new hires must receive required vaccinations unless an exemption is approved and are subject to drug testing.

Requirements

Current multistate or Florida single-state Registered Nurse licensure.
At least an Associate Degree in Nursing.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
At least two years of experience as a registered nurse.
At least one year of oncology experience.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and reprioritize quickly.
Ability to develop collaborative relationships internally and externally.
Strong written communication skills.
Strong telephonic assessment and communication skills.
Ability to work autonomously and with a virtual team in a remote work environment.
Knowledge of oncology side effects and triage management.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
High-level critical-thinking skills.
Professional and respectful conduct, and compliance with labor laws and workplace policies and practices.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN®) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Triage oncology patient calls about treatment, surgery, and appointment information.
Monitor patients and provide symptom management.
Manage high-risk, complex patient care with the goal of minimizing emergency department visits and inpatient readmissions.
Assess barriers to care and address the needs of patients, caregivers, and families.
Provide individualized ongoing education, resources, and referrals to internal and external resources.
Assist physicians and PA-C/ARNP staff with patient and family interactions needed to resolve clinical issues.
Complete requested clinical documentation.
Maintain professional role boundaries with patients, caregivers, and the multidisciplinary care team in collaboration with the manager.
Facilitate communication among multidisciplinary cancer care team members to help prevent fragmented or delayed care.
Review, evaluate, and report diagnostic tests to assess patient condition.
Answer questions and provide patient education and clinical direction following chemotherapy, radiation, infusion treatments, and surgery.
Work as an integral team member and comply with Florida State Board of Nursing rules and regulations.
Provide coverage for the infusion floor or shot room as needed.