Job Description
Join our award-winning healthcare team as an Immediate Hire Triage Nurse at Buffalo Medical Center. We're seeking compassionate, skilled professionals to provide critical first-line patient assessments in our fast-paced emergency department. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits while making a real impact in Buffalo's healthcare landscape. Apply now to start your rewarding career journey today!
Responsibilities
- Conduct rapid patient assessments and prioritize cases based on medical urgency
- Provide expert telephone triage for patients seeking emergency care
- Collaborate with physicians to determine appropriate patient disposition
- Document clinical encounters accurately in EMR systems
- Delicate patient education on home care and next steps
- Maintain strict compliance with HIPAA and hospital protocols
- Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members
Qualifications
- Active NY RN license with minimum 2 years ER/urgent care experience
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Proven expertise in rapid assessment and critical thinking
- Exceptional communication and de-escalation skills
- Experience with Epic EMR systems preferred
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts including weekends
- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
- Commitment to delivering patient-centered care