Job Description
Join our award-winning healthcare team as an Immediate Hire Triage Nurse in Fort Worth, TX! We're seeking a compassionate professional to provide critical first-line medical assessments in our fast-paced emergency department. Enjoy competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and continuing education stipends. Perfect opportunity for experienced nurses ready to make an immediate impact on patient care.
Responsibilities
- Conduct rapid patient assessments using Emergency Severity Index (ESI) protocols
- Triage incoming patients based on medical urgency and acuity
- Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff
- Document patient encounters accurately in electronic health records
- Provide clear discharge instructions and follow-up care plans
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient flow
- Maintain strict compliance with HIPAA and hospital protocols
Qualifications
- Current RN license in Texas (or compact state)
- Minimum 2 years emergency/trauma nursing experience
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
- Proficiency in ESI triage methodology
- Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Experience with Epic or similar EMR systems
- Ability to work efficiently in high-pressure environments