Triage Registered Nurse Pediatrics

Rome Health•City of Rome, NY

10d•$33 - $47•Hybrid

About The Position

The Pediatric Triage Nurse provides professional nursing assessment and clinical guidance to pediatric patients and their families by telephone, electronic communication, or in the outpatient setting. The nurse uses clinical judgment and established protocols to assess symptoms, determine the urgency of care, provide appropriate recommendations, and coordinate follow-up with healthcare providers.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
New York State Nursing License
Basic Life Support certification
Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions within established protocols
Proficiency with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

Work with health care professionals and support staff, including those from other disciplines, to provide patient-focused care.
Conduct telephone and electronic triage for infants, children, and adolescents presenting with acute or chronic health concerns.
Educate families regarding medications, treatment plans, illness management, and warning signs that require further evaluation.
Obtain and assess relevant symptoms, medical history, medications, and other clinical information.
Communicate clinical findings and recommendations to physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other members of the healthcare team.
Accurately document patient assessments, telephone encounters, interventions, recommendations, and follow-up plans in the electronic medical record.
Follow pediatric triage protocols, organizational policies, infection-control standards, and professional nursing standards.