Job Description
Join our award-winning healthcare team in Anchorage, Alaska, as a Triage Nurse. We're seeking compassionate professionals to deliver exceptional patient care in our fast-paced emergency department. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in Alaska's premier medical facility. Apply today and make a difference in patient lives!
Responsibilities
- Assess patient symptoms and prioritize emergency cases using established triage protocols
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Document patient encounters accurately in electronic health records
- Provide education on home care instructions and follow-up recommendations
- Collaborate with physicians and specialists to coordinate patient care
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA and hospital policies
- Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Active Alaska RN license (or compact state license)
- Minimum 2 years emergency department or urgent care experience
- BLS, ACLS, and TNCC certifications required
- Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Experience with electronic medical records (EPIC preferred)
- Ability to work efficiently in high-pressure situations
- Commitment to patient-centered care excellence