Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day Shift

Description:At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.
MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center has earned more national recognition for quality patient outcomes than any other hospital in the region. The medical center has earned multiple honors for its leadership and excellence in several clinical areas including cardiac care, orthopedic services, vascular surgery, stroke care and cancer care.
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Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Clinic Triage RN.

As a Triage RN at MercyOne, you will provide medical support to assigned patients by utilizing the nursing process and meeting the established standards within the clinic. Is accountable for the clinic triage operation, assigned patients, demonstrates understanding of nursing and its issues and is an advocate for patient/families and nursing.  

Utilizes internal and community resources in planning care and initiating referrals.Initiates appropriate patient/family education following assessment of learning and discharge needs.Documents nursing intervention and patient/family response accurately, legibly, and in compliance with clinic policies.Appropriately delegates tasks/procedures to other team members who are prepared/qualified to perform.Intercepts calls from patient to physicians.  Communicates patient symptoms, problems, etc. to provider and follow-up with patient on appropriate care.Reviews medical problems of the patient and makes sound and rational patient care decisions.  Determines urgency of situation and facilitates appropriate care.Schedules procedures and appointments for patients at outside facilities.  Provides appropriate education to patient regarding scheduled procedures.Provides patient demographics to outside facilities, pre-certifies procedures with insurance companies as needed.Distributes incoming reports to providers.  Communicates results and reports of tests to patient as directed by provider.

 

Schedule:

Full TimeDay M-TH 8a-5p, F 8a-12:30p

General Requirements:

Must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills, presentation skills, advanced analytical skills, be well organized and maintain a highly professional manner and appearance.Strong interpersonal, consultative and relationship building skills in order to initiate and develop productive collaborative partnership with all levels of leadership across the organization.  Ability to effectively influence results, garner support and tactfully manage complex relationships within and across the organization.  Extremely high level of diplomacy and tact are required.  Ability to read the subtle nuances of situation and react/plan accordingly.Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.Must be a registered nurse maintaining current state licensure.A minimum of one to two years nursing experience preferred.Basic Life Support Certification (BCLS) is required unless doctor’s release is provided.Demonstrates the skill level requirement for a Registered Nurse-Triage as evidenced by competent performance and completion of the skills checklist.

Education:

Associate or bachelors in nursing required.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.