Job Description
Join our award-winning healthcare team as a Triage Nurse at Laredo Regional Medical Center! We're offering a competitive $10,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates who start before December 31, 2023. As a key member of our Emergency Department, you'll triage patients with urgency and precision, ensuring optimal care delivery while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
We provide comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and continuing education support. Experience the rewarding challenge of critical patient assessment in our state-of-the-art facility.
Responsibilities
- Assess patient conditions using ESI (Emergency Severity Index) protocols
- Make critical triage decisions for emergency department arrivals
- Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff
- Document patient encounters accurately in electronic health records
- Oversee patient flow and department resource allocation
- Provide education to patients and families regarding emergency care
- Collaborate with case managers for discharge planning
Qualifications
- Active RN license in Texas (or compact state)
- Minimum 2 years emergency department experience
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
- Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Experience with ESI triage protocols
- Proficient in EPIC EMR documentation