Triage Nurse RN / LPN - ORLANDO
Candidates
for this position must meet the following requirements:
POSITION SCOPE:
The Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse is responsible
to the Center Administrator and assists, under the direction of the physician,
in the provision of direct patient care in accordance with JSA Medical Group
protocols, established standards of nursing scope of practice, and FL State
licensure regulations.
REQUIREMENTS:
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Possess
a current and valid LPN or RN Florida state license; CPR certification or
ability to obtain it within 60 days of employment.
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Five
years of acute care clinical experience preferred.
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LPN’s: Must possess IV Certification (or ability to obtain and perform within
90 days of hire).
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Strong
working knowledge of Triage nursing principles, theories and practices.
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Ability
to provide on-site emergency treatment within scope of practice.
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Ability
to take vital signs, perform approved clinical tasks within LPN/RN scope of
practice.
¨ Ability to perform telephonic
triages with follow-up and strong patient assessment skills.
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Knowledge
of nursing professional standards of documentation and ability to document
legibly.
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Ethical
in words and actions
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Knowledge
of medical equipment and maintenance or ability to learn.
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Ability
to communicate effectively with patients and all levels of personnel in a
professional, courteous and effective manner using proficient customer service
skills.
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Display
professional attributes through appearance and interactions with staff and
customers.
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Must
be a team player.
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Ability
to be a clinical resource for non-licensed office staff.
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Computer
literate.
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Ability
to multi-task in a high-paced environment with good organizational skills and
attention to detail while maintaining the ability to prioritize.
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Must
be able to display accountability and dependability when carrying out assigned
duties on a daily basis.
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Knowledge
of HIPAA regulations.
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High
school graduate, GED or equivalent.
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Ability
to read, speak, write, and understand the English
language fluently.
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Ability
to travel may be required
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Must have consistent, punctual and reliable attendance
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Bilingual
a plus.
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Position
is located in
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for timely, efficient, and accurate
triage response and documentation according to Nursing Standards & JSA
protocol. Under direction and supervision of a
physician, evaluates patient needs, performs triage, and administers prescribed
medications. Assists physician with examinations and treatments, prepares and
applies dressings, and performs wound care. Changes Foley catheters, flushes
ports (or is willing to learn), and inserts, flushes, and monitors intravenous
infusions. Instructs patient in health measures and
self-care. Provides treatment and other patient
services within their scope of practice in the ambulatory care setting. Maintains accurate and
concise clinical documentation within the medical records, assuring compliance
within all guidelines. Participates in health
promotion activities including education of patient plan of care, medication
instructions, preventative services, diet and exercise, and all other medical
needs as directed. Assists the PCP and Case Manager in the monitoring and planning of
care for the low acuity members of the High Risk Program and/or Disease
Management Programs. Maintains an active nursing appointment schedule for assisting the
PCP in the monitoring of members’ healthcare needs, which may include but are
not limited to, B/P checks, wound care needs, nebulizer treatments, and health
care education. Responsible for oversight of the
Coumadin Log Process. Assists the Case Manager & PCP in the follow-up management of
post-hospitalized or post-emergency room visits. Acts as the clinical
resource for the non-licensed office personnel. Assures
adherence to HIPAA and ACHA regulations. Other duties
as assigned.